Tasty Broccoli Salad
Crisp, colorful, and bursting with flavor, this Tasty Broccoli Salad is the ultimate make-ahead side dish! Featuring fresh, tender broccoli florets tossed with crunchy sunflower seeds, smoky crumbled bacon, sweet dried cranberries, and sharp shredded cheddar cheese, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors. A creamy, tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, white vinegar, and a touch of sugar ties everything together beautifully, creating a refreshing dish that’s perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or weekday meals. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and served chilled, this crowd-pleaser is guaranteed to make vegetables the star of any meal!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh broccoli crowns
- 0.5 cup Red onion
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
- 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.75 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 crowns thoroughly and pat them dry. Chop them into bite-sized florets and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Dice the red onion into small, fine pieces and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Step 3
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, cooked and crumbled bacon, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries to the bowl. Toss everything together gently to combine.
Step 4
In a small separate bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, white vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss everything until evenly coated.
Step 6
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Before serving, give the salad a quick stir. Serve chilled as a side dish or a light lunch. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1264.6 grams (1264.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3121 |
| Total Fat 241.80g | 310% |
| Saturated Fat 57.20g | 286% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.80g | |
| Cholesterol 450mg | 150% |
| Sodium 4719mg | 205% |
| Total Carbohydrate 149.90g | 55% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.80g | 92% |
| Total Sugars 61.60g | |
| Protein 104.20g | 208% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1200mg | 92% |
| Iron 9mg | 49% |
| Potassium 3383mg | 72% |
Source of Calories