Description
Broccoli Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the crunch of fresh broccoli, the savory taste of bacon, and the sweetness of cranberries. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for any occasion—be it a family gathering, potluck, or a simple weeknight dinner. Packed with flavor and color, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. With just 10 minutes of preparation time, this refreshing salad can be served as a standalone meal or paired beautifully with grilled proteins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, chopped
- 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 and sour cream until smooth. Add white wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg