Description
Broccoli Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the crunch of fresh broccoli, savory bacon, and sweet cranberries in a creamy dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for potlucks, barbecues, and family dinners, delighting both kids and adults alike. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s an ideal option for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. The combination of flavors provides a satisfying crunch and a burst of taste in every bite. Plus, it can be made ahead of time for even better flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 cups fresh 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, cranberries, bacon, sunflower seeds, and red onion. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg