Carol's Broccoli Salad

Brighten up your table with Carol’s Broccoli Salad, a crowd-pleasing blend of fresh, crunchy broccoli florets, savory bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and sweet raisins—all tied together with a creamy, tangy dressing. This no-cook recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and delivers a perfect balance of textures and flavors, enhanced by the delightful crunch of sunflower seeds and a touch of sweetness from apple cider vinegar and sugar. Ideal as a side dish for summer barbecues or weeknight meals, this colorful salad is best served chilled after letting the flavors meld in the fridge. Packed with vibrant ingredients and bold flavors, Carol’s Broccoli Salad is your go-to recipe for effortless entertaining or meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

4 cups broccoli florets
0.5 cups red onion, diced
0.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
0.5 cups cooked bacon, crumbled
0.25 cups sunflower seeds
0.25 cups raisins
0.75 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Wash the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into small bite-sized florets.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, diced red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, sunflower seeds, and raisins.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, and apple cider vinegar until the dressing is smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss everything until evenly coated.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Before serving, give the salad a quick toss to redistribute the dressing. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(916.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2770.2

Total Fat 221.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g
Cholesterol 388.5mg	0%
Sodium 3629.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 59.6g
Protein 84.9g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 657.0mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 1515.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.0%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 18.1%