Creamy Broccoli Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Elevate your side dish game with this delightfully fresh and flavorful Creamy Broccoli Salad. Packed with nutrient-rich broccoli florets, crunchy sunflower seeds, tangy dried cranberries, and savory crumbled bacon, this salad is the perfect balance of textures and tastes. A creamy, homemade dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey ties everything together for a rich yet zesty finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for potlucks, picnics, or a satisfying weeknight side. Serve it chilled for the best flavor and watch it become a crowd favorite. Perfect for those seeking a quick, wholesome, and irresistibly delicious broccoli recipe!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 5 min
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 0.75 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Thoroughly wash and dry the broccoli florets. Cut them into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.

2. Dice the red onion finely and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.

3. Add dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl with the broccoli and onion.

4. Cook the bacon until crispy, then drain on a paper towel. Crumble the bacon once it has cooled and add it to the salad.

5. In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

6. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together until well coated.

7. For best flavor, cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

8. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (166.7g)

Calories		459
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		37.0 g	47%
	Saturated Fat	9.0 g	45%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	4.0 g
Cholesterol		37 mg	12%
Sodium		627 mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate		21.5 g	8%
	Dietary Fiber	3.8 g	14%
	Total Sugars	14.0 g
Protein		12.5 g	25%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		190 mg	15%
Iron		1.3 mg	7%
Potassium		200 mg	4%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1998 cal (70.9%%)

Protein: 302 cal (10.7%%)

Carbs: 516 cal (18.3%%)