Description
Broccoli Salad is a colorful and nutritious dish that brings a delightful crunch to any gathering. This easy-to-make salad combines fresh broccoli florets with crispy bacon, sweet dried cranberries, and salty sunflower seeds, all tossed in a creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners, it is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and textures. The combination of salty, sweet, and savory makes every bite memorable. Whether served as a side or a light main course, this Broccoli Salad is packed with health benefits while being utterly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5–6 cups broccoli florets
- â…“ cup red onion (diced)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup crumbled bacon
- ½ cup salted sunflower seeds
- ¾ cup mayo
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1½ tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, cheddar cheese, cranberries, crumbled bacon, sunflower seeds, and diced red onion. Mix gently.
- 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 well to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg