The Best Broccoli Salad : Crunchy Family Favorite
If you’re searching for a vibrant, nutritious, and easy-to-prepare salad, look no further than The Best Broccoli Salad: Crunchy Family Favorite. This delightful dish combines fresh broccoli with a medley of textures and flavors, making it perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or casual gatherings. With its crunchy vegetables and a sweet-tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. In just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a delicious side or main course that adds a burst of color and nutrition to your meal. Enjoy it chilled to enhance the flavors—this salad is bound to become a staple in your home!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 5 cups chopped broccoli florets
- ½ cup crumbled precooked bacon
- ½ cup finely diced red onion
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds or chopped almonds
- ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds for a slightly softer texture if desired.
- In a large bowl, mix together the broccoli, bacon, red onion, cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries.
- For the dressing, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to coat.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg