Description
Discover the ultimate broccoli salad that transforms your perception of greens! This vibrant dish features crunchy broccoli, crispy bacon, and a sweet-tangy dressing that creates an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or simply as a fresh side, this salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and tastes that will elevate any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy (5-7 minutes). Remove and let cool on paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli, crumbled bacon, cranberries, sunflower seeds, and red onion.
- Pour dressing over the mixture and gently fold until evenly coated.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required (only bacon frying)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg