Fantastic Broccoli Salad
Brighten up your table with this Fantastic Broccoli Salad, a crunchy, creamy, and tangy side dish that's perfect for any occasion! Packed with fresh broccoli florets, sweet dried cranberries, savory crumbled bacon, and a satisfying crunch from sunflower seeds, this quick and easy salad is a delicious medley of textures and flavors. A tangy-sweet dressing made with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar ties it all together, while shredded cheddar cheese adds a rich, creamy finish. Ready in just 15 minutes and served chilled, this vibrant broccoli salad is ideal for potlucks, picnics, or as a refreshing accompaniment to your favorite meals. Whether you're looking for a healthy side or a crowd-pleasing dish, this broccoli salad recipe delivers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 0.5 cup red onion
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.75 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets. Cut the broccoli into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Dice the red onion into small pieces and add to the bowl with the broccoli.
Add the dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled crispy bacon to the bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy your Fantastic Broccoli Salad as a refreshing side dish or a light main!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
478 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.8 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 725 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 455 mg | 10% | |
*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.
