Mama Mo's Broccoli Salad

Mama Mo's Broccoli Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed side dish that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, or quick family dinners. Fresh, crunchy broccoli florets are tossed with crispy bacon, savory cheddar cheese, sweet dried cranberries, and nutty sunflower seeds, creating a delightful medley of textures and tastes. The creamy dressing, made with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar, adds a tangy-sweet finish that ties the ingredients together beautifully. Ready in just 30 minutes after a brief chill in the fridge, this easy broccoli salad recipe is as simple to prepare as it is satisfying to eat. Whether you're looking for a make-ahead salad or a colorful addition to your table, Mama Mo's Broccoli Salad delivers bold flavors in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups Fresh broccoli florets
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 8 slices Bacon
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by cooking the bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Once done, transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Wash the broccoli and chop it into small, bite-sized florets. Place the florets in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely dice half of a red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.

Step 4

Grate cheddar cheese or cut it into small cubes, measuring 1 cup. Add to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

Add the sunflower seeds and dried cranberries to the broccoli mix for added texture and sweetness.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture. Use a large spoon to gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 8

Fold in the crumbled bacon, reserving a small handful for garnish if desired.

Step 9

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Before serving, give the salad a final stir and garnish with the reserved crumbled bacon, if using. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(998.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2964.8

Total Fat 222.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 27.6g
Cholesterol 333.6mg	0%
Sodium 3170.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.7g	0%
Total Sugars 83.0g
Protein 70.0g	0%

Vitamin D 10.2IU	0%
Calcium 725.7mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 2573.2mg	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: 66.9%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 23.7%