Description
Broccoli Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the crunch of fresh broccoli with savory bacon and sweet cranberries, creating a delightful flavor explosion. Perfect for any occasion, from casual potlucks to festive holiday gatherings, this versatile salad is loved by everyone. With its mix of textures and tastes, it not only stands out as a side dish but can also be enjoyed as a light main course. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, this nutritious salad is packed with vitamins and healthy fats, making it both delicious and wholesome. Serve chilled for the best flavor experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup crumbled bacon
- ½ cup salted sunflower seeds
- ⅓ cup diced red onion
- ¾ cup mayo
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1½ 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.
- In a small 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 everything is well-coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least one hour to enhance flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg