Delectable Broccoli Salad
Elevate your side dish game with this Delectable Broccoli Salad, a refreshing and flavorful medley of crisp broccoli florets, tangy red onion, creamy cheddar cheese, and the irresistible crunch of sunflower seeds and crispy bacon. Sweet bursts of raisins or dried cranberries add a delightful contrast, while a zesty homemade dressing made with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar ties it all together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners, this no-cook broccoli salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Serve it chilled for a vibrant, make-ahead dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices crispy cooked bacon
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 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. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Step 3
Crumble the cooked bacon into small pieces and toss it into the bowl.
Step 4
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, and raisins (or dried cranberries) to the bowl with the broccoli mixture.
Step 5
In a separate small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss everything together until evenly coated.
Step 7
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and adjust salt or pepper, if needed. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (980.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2926.3 |
| Total Fat 223.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 46.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 23.7g | |
| Cholesterol 351.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3288.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 181.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 93.9g | |
| Protein 72.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1109.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2786.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories