Description
Broccoli Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines fresh broccoli florets with crispy bacon, sweet dried cranberries, and creamy dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a summer barbecue, potluck, or family dinner. The delightful crunch of the broccoli and sunflower seeds paired with the savory taste of bacon creates a satisfying experience in every bite. Not only is it quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, but it’s also versatile enough to be served as a refreshing side or even a light main course. Enjoy this nutritious salad as a delightful addition to your meals that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- ⅔ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup crumbled bacon
- ½ cup salted sunflower seeds
- ⅓ cup diced red onion
- ¾ cup mayo
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 ½ Tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 3 Tablespoons sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, cheddar cheese, dried cranberries, crumbled bacon, sunflower seeds, and diced red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayo, sour cream, white wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss well to coat evenly.
- For optimal flavor, refrigerate the salad for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg