Description
Broccoli Salad is a vibrant and delicious side dish that combines fresh broccoli florets, crispy bacon, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy sunflower seeds, all tied together with a creamy dressing. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or family gatherings, this salad appeals to all ages with its delightful mix of flavors and textures. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy days when you need something nutritious yet satisfying. Elevate your meals with this easy-to-make recipe that’s sure to become a staple at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (thicker)
- 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 bowl, combine broccoli florets, cheddar cheese, cranberries, bacon, sunflower seeds, and red onion. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayo, sour cream, white wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg