The Best Broccoli Salad
Crunchy, creamy, and packed with irresistible flavors, "The Best Broccoli Salad" is the perfect side dish for any occasion! This easy recipe pairs fresh, crisp broccoli florets with savory crumbled bacon, sharp shredded cheddar cheese, and sweet pops of dried cranberries. Tossed with a tangy homemade dressing made of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, and apple cider vinegar, every bite is rich in texture and taste. A sprinkle of sunflower seeds adds the perfect nutty crunch to round it all out. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salad is a fresh and colorful dish that will steal the spotlight at potlucks, barbecues, or weeknight dinners. Serve chilled for the ultimate make-ahead crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh broccoli crowns
- 0.5 Red onion
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the broccoli crowns. Cut them into small, bite-sized florets and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli.
Step 3
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds to the bowl.
Step 4
In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and use a spatula or large spoon to toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated.
Step 6
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
Give the salad a final toss just before serving. Enjoy as a side dish or light meal!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1693.9 grams (1693.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4521 |
| Total Fat 341.30g | 438% |
| Saturated Fat 80.00g | 400% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.80g | |
| Cholesterol 664mg | 221% |
| Sodium 8241mg | 358% |
| Total Carbohydrate 212.30g | 77% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.60g | 106% |
| Total Sugars 101.20g | |
| Protein 162.30g | 325% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1328mg | 102% |
| Iron 11mg | 62% |
| Potassium 4386mg | 93% |
Source of Calories