Crunchy Broccoli Ranch Salad

Elevate your salad game with this Crunchy Broccoli Ranch Salad, a vibrant medley of fresh veggies, savory toppings, and a creamy homemade dressing. Featuring crisp broccoli florets, shredded carrots, and finely chopped red onion, this recipe combines textures with a satisfying crunch from sunflower seeds and optional crispy bacon. Tossed in a tangy ranch dressing enhanced with apple cider vinegar and a hint of honey for subtle sweetness, this salad is a flavorful fusion of creamy and zesty in every bite. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it's a versatile choice as a refreshing side dish or a light meal. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or weekday lunches, this no-cook recipe is packed with nutrients and irresistible flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups Fresh broccoli florets
• 0.5 cups Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup Shredded carrots
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cups Crispy bacon, crumbled (optional)
• 0.75 cups Ranch dressing
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for sweetness)
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thoroughly rinse the broccoli florets under cold running water and pat dry with a clean towel. Cut the florets into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli, finely chopped red onion, shredded carrots, shredded cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, and crumbled bacon (if using).

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, apple cider vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until well combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Just before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 7

Serve chilled and enjoy this crunchy, creamy salad as a perfect side dish or a refreshing light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1079.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2410.5

Total Fat 194.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.7g
Cholesterol 331.1mg	0%
Sodium 5270.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 29.2g
Protein 110.9g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1206.0mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 3028.5mg	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: 70.1%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 12.1%