Potluck Broccoli Salad
Brighten up your potluck table with this irresistible Potluck Broccoli Salad, a crowd-pleasing side dish packed with vibrant flavors and textures! Crisp, fresh broccoli florets form the base of this salad, complemented by the crunch of sunflower seeds, smoky crumbled bacon, and sweet bursts of dried cranberries. Shredded cheddar cheese adds a creamy richness, while a tangy homemade dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this make-ahead dish is perfect for gatherings, BBQs, or anytime you need a simple yet stunning addition to your menu. Serve it chilled, and watch it disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups broccoli florets
- 0.5 red onion
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the broccoli florets thoroughly and pat them dry. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Dice the red onion finely and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled cooked bacon, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds to the mixing bowl.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2983 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 227.8 g | 292% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.3 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 368 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 3797 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.9 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.5 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.0 g | ||
| Protein | 85.3 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1144 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1258 mg | 27% | |
*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.
