Marcia's Broccoli Salad
Fresh, flavorful, and irresistibly crunchy, Marcia's Broccoli Salad is a vibrant side dish that will steal the show at any gathering. Packed with nutrient-rich broccoli florets, juicy grape tomatoes, savory crumbled bacon, and a sprinkle of sunflower seeds, this salad offers the perfect balance of textures and tastes. A creamy, tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and just a touch of sugar ties it all together, while shredded cheddar cheese adds a delightful richness to every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes and easily chilled for make-ahead convenience, this quick and easy no-cook recipe is ideal for potlucks, BBQs, or as a refreshing addition to your dinner table. Refresh your salad game with this crowd-pleasing classic!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 cup grape tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 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
Wash and pat dry the broccoli florets. Chop them into bite-sized pieces if needed and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Finely dice half a medium red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Step 3
Halve the grape tomatoes and toss them into the bowl.
Step 4
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and sunflower seeds to the mixture.
Step 5
In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the broccoli salad and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 7
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least an hour to let the flavors meld together.
Step 8
Before serving, give the salad another quick toss to redistribute the dressing. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1041.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2650.7 |
| Total Fat 221.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 46.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 23.7g | |
| Cholesterol 351.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2831.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 111.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.6g | |
| Protein 74.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1064.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1347.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories