Sweet Broccoli Salad
Brighten up your table with this Sweet Broccoli Salad, a delightful fusion of fresh crunch and creamy sweetness that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring crisp broccoli florets, savory crumbled bacon, and the chewy sweetness of raisins, this salad is topped with a tangy, lightly sweetened dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar. Sunflower seeds add a satisfying crunch, while finely diced red onion offers a hint of sharpness to balance the flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes and best served chilled, this no-cook side dish is ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or a refreshing weekday meal addition. Simple to prepare yet packed with flavor, this Sweet Broccoli Salad is a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to elevate your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 0.5 red onion
- 0.5 cups raisins
- 0.25 cups sunflower seeds
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 0.5 cups mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets. Chop the florets into small, bite-sized pieces and add them to a large mixing bowl.
Peel and finely dice the red onion. Add the diced onion to the bowl with the broccoli.
Add the raisins, sunflower seeds, and crumbled bacon to the bowl with the broccoli and red onion.
In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, and apple cider vinegar until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 142.1 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.0 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 217 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 1951 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 146.8 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.9 g | ||
| Protein | 56.7 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1543 mg | 33% | |
*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.
