Description
This Broccoli Salad is a delicious and nutritious side dish that is perfect for potlucks or as a healthy lunch option. It features a mix of fresh broccoli, red onion, dried cranberries, bacon, cheddar cheese, and sunflower seeds, all tossed in a creamy dressing.
Ingredients
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Broccoli Salad:
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
Dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, red onion, dried cranberries, crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, and sunflower seeds.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter dressing.
- Add chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts for extra crunch.
- This salad is perfect for potlucks and healthy lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
