Crunchy Broccoli Ranch Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Crunchy Broccoli Ranch Salad, a vibrant medley of fresh veggies, savory toppings, and a creamy homemade dressing. Featuring crisp broccoli florets, shredded carrots, and finely chopped red onion, this recipe combines textures with a satisfying crunch from sunflower seeds and optional crispy bacon. Tossed in a tangy ranch dressing enhanced with apple cider vinegar and a hint of honey for subtle sweetness, this salad is a flavorful fusion of creamy and zesty in every bite. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it's a versatile choice as a refreshing side dish or a light meal. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or weekday lunches, this no-cook recipe is packed with nutrients and irresistible flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh broccoli florets
- 0.5 cups Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Shredded carrots
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cups Sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cups Crispy bacon, crumbled (optional)
- 0.75 cups Ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Pepper
Instructions
Thoroughly rinse the broccoli florets under cold running water and pat dry with a clean towel. Cut the florets into bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli, finely chopped red onion, shredded carrots, shredded cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, and crumbled bacon (if using).
In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, apple cider vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Just before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve chilled and enjoy this crunchy, creamy salad as a perfect side dish or a refreshing light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2410 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.8 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.7 g | 278% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 331 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 5270 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g | ||
| Protein | 110.9 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1206 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 3028 mg | 64% | |
*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.
