Peggy's Delicious Broccoli Salad
Peggy’s Delicious Broccoli Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining crisp, fresh broccoli florets with a medley of bold flavors and irresistible textures. This vibrant dish features the savory crunch of crispy bacon, the sharp tang of shredded cheddar cheese, and the sweetness of raisins or dried cranberries, balanced perfectly by a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, white vinegar, and a touch of sugar. Tossed with sunflower seeds or chopped almonds for a nutty finish, this easy-to-make, no-cook salad is ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or as a refreshing side dish. Packed with color and crunch, this broccoli salad is a must-try recipe for anyone looking to elevate a simple vegetable into a flavorful masterpiece!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup crispy bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup sunflower seeds or chopped almonds
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the broccoli florets thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean towel. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add the finely chopped red onion, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, raisins or dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds or chopped almonds to the bowl with the broccoli.
Step 3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, white vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and gently toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated.
Step 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Before serving, give the salad one final toss and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Step 7
Serve chilled and enjoy this flavorful and crunchy broccoli salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1100.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3566.9 |
| Total Fat 280.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 60.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 508.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4749.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 186.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 94.1g | |
| Protein 96.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1097.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2843.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories