Description
Bacon Broccoli Salad is a classic potluck and picnic favorite that’s equal parts flavorful and nutritious. This vibrant, creamy salad features crispy bacon, fresh broccoli florets, crunchy sunflower seeds, and a tangy-sweet dressing that brings it all together.
Ingredients
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Crispy bacon pieces
- Finely chopped red onion
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Toasted sunflower seeds
- Dried cranberries
- Mayonnaise
- Apple cider vinegar
- Sugar
Instructions
1. Begin by cutting the fresh broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces.
2. Fry the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.
3. Finely chop the red onion, and grate the cheddar cheese.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar until the dressing is smooth and well-combined.
5. In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets, bacon, red onion, cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries together.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently mix until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Bacon Broccoli Salad for at least 1 hour.
Notes
Serve as a side dish at barbecues, potlucks, or picnics.
Pairs beautifully with grilled meats or burgers.
For a heartier meal, enjoy the salad on its own or alongside crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 250
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 300
- Sodium: 20
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 50
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 30