Description
Indulge in the freshness of this vibrant Broccoli Salad, a delightful combination of crunchy broccoli, crispy bacon, sweet cranberries, and creamy dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for any occasion—be it picnics, potlucks, or family dinners. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a delicious dish that impresses everyone at your table. The mix of textures and flavors ensures it’s not just nutritious but also incredibly satisfying. Whether served as a side or enjoyed as a light lunch, this Broccoli Salad is bound to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- ⅔ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup crumbled bacon
- ½ cup salted sunflower seeds
- ⅓ cup diced red onion
- ¾ cup mayo
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 ½ Tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 3 Tablespoons sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli florets, cheddar cheese, cranberries, bacon, sunflower seeds, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayo, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg