Kelly's Broccoli Salad
Brighten up your table with Kelly's Broccoli Salad, a crowd-pleasing side dish that’s equal parts nutritious and indulgent! Featuring an irresistible combination of crisp broccoli florets, savory bacon crumbles, sharp cheddar cheese, and sweet dried cranberries, this salad delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite. Tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar, it’s the perfect addition to potlucks, barbecues, or weeknight dinners. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and best served chilled, this vibrant broccoli salad is a versatile dish that pairs effortlessly with any main course. Packed with wholesome ingredients like sunflower seeds for added crunch, it's sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets. Cut them into bite-sized pieces and transfer them into a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Thinly slice half of a medium red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Step 3
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds to the bowl.
Step 4
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss everything together until evenly coated.
Step 6
Cover the salad and allow it to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Step 7
Serve cold as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (993.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3021.9 |
| Total Fat 230.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 55.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.8g | |
| Cholesterol 425.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5018.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 157.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 82.0g | |
| Protein 88.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1028.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2037.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories