Kelly's Sweet Broccoli Salad
Kelly's Sweet Broccoli Salad is the ultimate combination of fresh, crunchy, and sweet, making it a crowd-pleasing side dish for any occasion. Featuring tender broccoli florets, savory bacon crumbles, and a colorful mix of shredded cheddar, raisins (or dried cranberries), and sunflower seeds, this salad offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Tossed in a creamy, tangy-sweet dressing made with mayonnaise, white vinegar, and a touch of sugar, this dish brings a delightful zing to your table. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, it's an ideal choice for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Serve it chilled for maximum flavor harmony, and watch as everyone asks for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups (chopped) broccoli crowns
- 0.5 cup (finely diced) red onion
- 6 slices (cooked and crumbled) bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli crowns. Chop them into bite-sized florets, 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
Cook the bacon slices until crispy, then crumble them into small pieces. Add them to the mixing bowl.
Step 4
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, raisins (or dried cranberries), and sunflower seeds to the bowl.
Step 5
In a smaller mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, white vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 7
Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 8
Before serving, give the salad a final toss and taste for seasoning. Adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve cold.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1364.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3285.9 |
| Total Fat 246.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 48.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 14.8g | |
| Cholesterol 403.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2938.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 222.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 111.9g | |
| Protein 75.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1256.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3613.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories