Description
Broccoli Salad is a vibrant, crunchy dish that combines fresh broccoli florets with savory bacon, sweet cranberries, and creamy dressing to create a delightful side that shines at any gathering. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or holiday feasts, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also offers a balanced mix of flavors and textures. With the added nutrition from sunflower seeds and cheddar cheese, this recipe will impress your guests while satisfying your taste buds. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or pair it with grilled chicken for a heartier option.
Ingredients
- 5–6 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- ⅔ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup crumbled bacon
- ½ cup salted sunflower seeds
- ⅓ cup red onion
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, cheddar cheese, cranberries, crumbled bacon, sunflower seeds, and diced 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 evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg