Cheddar Broccoli Salad
Crunchy, creamy, and bursting with flavor, this Cheddar Broccoli Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering! Featuring tender, bite-sized broccoli florets, sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, sweet red onion, and a delightful crunch from sunflower seeds, this salad is a fresh twist on classic comfort food. Tossed in a rich and tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and apple cider vinegar, it strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet with a touch of zing. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required (aside from prepping the bacon), it’s the ideal make-ahead dish that gets even better after an hour in the fridge. Whether served as a vibrant side dish at your next barbecue or as a light, satisfying lunch, this broccoli salad is an easy, flavor-packed option that everyone will love. Perfect keywords: broccoli salad recipe, cheddar broccoli salad, easy side dish, bacon broccoli salad, creamy broccoli salad.
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Ingredients
- 6 cups Broccoli florets
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese (shredded or cubed)
- 0.5 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup Crispy bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds (unsalted)
- 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets. Cut them into bite-sized pieces if they are not already prepared.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, shredded or cubed cheddar cheese, chopped red onion, crumbled crispy bacon, and sunflower seeds. Set aside.
Step 3
In a separate smaller bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Before serving, give the salad a quick stir to redistribute the dressing evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 7
Serve chilled as a side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1203.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3028.6 |
| Total Fat 250.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 410.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5064.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 113.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.6g | |
| Protein 106.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1195.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 983.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories