Crisp, flavorful, and irresistibly creamy, this Broccoli Bacon and Cheese Salad is the perfect blend of textures and tastes for your next meal or gathering. Featuring tender broccoli florets, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and the sweet-tangy balance of raisins or dried cranberries, every bite offers wholesome crunch thanks to sliced almonds and a velvety dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of apple cider vinegar. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make classic is ideal as a refreshing side dish or light lunch. A quick chill in the fridge allows the vibrant flavors to meld together, making it a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to disappear fast!
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Prepare the broccoli by cutting it into bite-sized florets. If desired, blanch the florets in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer them to an ice bath to preserve their color and crunch. Pat dry and set aside.
Cook the bacon until crispy. You can do this by frying the bacon in a skillet over medium heat or baking it in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes. Once cooked, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then crumble it into small pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, finely diced red onion, sliced almonds, and raisins or dried cranberries.
In a separate bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Serving size | (1091.7g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2542.8 |
Total Fat 188.8g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 55.6g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
Cholesterol 355.9mg | 0% |
Sodium 3433.7mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 156.2g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 22.6g | 0% |
Total Sugars 88.1g | |
Protein 86.5g | 0% |
Vitamin D 39.8IU | 0% |
Calcium 1607.5mg | 0% |
Iron 9.4mg | 0% |
Potassium 1474.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories