Jean and Jeff's Broccoli Salad

Crisp, colorful, and irresistibly creamy, Jean and Jeff’s Broccoli Salad is a delightful side dish that balances bold flavors and satisfying textures. Made with fresh broccoli florets, smoky crumbled bacon, sharp shredded cheddar cheese, and a pop of sweetness from dried cranberries, this salad is as nutritious as it is indulgent. Toasted almonds add a nutty crunch, while a tangy-sweet dressing of mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of sugar ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for make-ahead gatherings, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Serve chilled for the ultimate refreshing side dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.25 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the broccoli florets thoroughly. Cut them into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Cook the bacon until crisp, then crumble it into small pieces. Add the bacon to the bowl with the broccoli.

Step 3

Add shredded cheddar cheese, finely chopped red onion, dried cranberries, and toasted sliced almonds to the bowl.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss well to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, give the salad another quick toss and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1268.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3545.4

Total Fat 275.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 488.4mg	0%
Sodium 4136.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.1g	0%
Total Sugars 86.5g
Protein 94.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1187.1mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 2816.7mg	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: 69.0%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 20.4%