Description
A delightful and easy-to-make broccoli salad that is bursting with flavors and textures. This Flavorful Broccoli Salad Supreme is a perfect side dish for any occasion, with the crunch of fresh broccoli, the richness of cheddar cheese and bacon, and the sweet tang of cranberries in a creamy dressing.
Ingredients
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Fresh Broccoli Salad:
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
Add-ins:
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/3 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
Dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix broccoli, cheddar cheese, bacon, red onion, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and honey until smooth.
- Combine and Toss: Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until well coated. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Stir once more before serving.
Notes
- You can lighten the dressing by using Greek yogurt instead of half the mayonnaise.
- For extra crunch, include chopped apples or celery.
- This salad tastes best when served cold and can be prepared a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
