Description

This Broccoli Salad recipe combines crunchy broccoli florets, sharp cheddar cheese, sweet dried cranberries, crispy bacon, and nutty sunflower seeds, all tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing. A perfect side dish for barbecues and gatherings!

Ingredients

Scale

5–6 cups broccoli florets

1 cup sharp cheddar cheese

⅔ cup dried cranberries

½ cup crumbled bacon

½ cup salted sunflower seeds

⅓ cup 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

Combine broccoli florets, cheddar cheese, dried cranberries, bacon, sunflower seeds, and onion in a large bowl.
In a separate, small bowl, whisk together mayo, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth and well-combined.
Pour dressing over broccoli combination and toss or stir well.
Broccoli salad may be served immediately, but for best flavor refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. Make sure to toss broccoli salad thoroughly again before serving.
Keep refrigerated if not consuming right away.

Notes

If desired, blanch broccoli in boiling water for 60 seconds before adding to the salad. Use real bacon for the best flavor, and feel free to substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.

Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 30
Category: Salad
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 235
Sugar: 9 g
Sodium: 310 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg

Keywords: broccoli salad recipe, broccoli salad, side dish, healthy salad, summer salad