Cold Brocolli Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing and zesty Cold Broccoli Salad—a perfect blend of crunchy, savory, and creamy flavors! Featuring crisp broccoli florets, tangy red onion, smoky crumbled bacon, and nutty sunflower seeds, all tossed with a velvety dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of sweetness, this salad is a crowd-pleasing side dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes. The shredded cheddar cheese adds a touch of indulgence, while the chilled flavors make it ideal for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, this cold broccoli salad is a must-try recipe that combines vibrant textures and bold flavors in every bite!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the broccoli by cutting it into small, bite-sized florets. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry with a paper towel.
Step 2
Dice the red onion finely and set aside.
Step 3
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, transfer to a plate lined with paper towels and let it cool. Crumble into small pieces.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, diced red onion, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and sunflower seeds.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Step 7
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
Step 8
Give the salad a final toss before serving. Enjoy as a side dish or on its own!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (886.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2550.7 |
| Total Fat 218.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 45.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 26.6g | |
| Cholesterol 345.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2646.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.6g | |
| Protein 72.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1053.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 975.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories