Description
A delightful mix of textures and flavors, this Broccoli Salad features fresh broccoli, crispy bacon bits, and sweet dried cranberries, all coated in a tangy creamy dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup bacon bits
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, chopped red onion, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and bacon bits.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well until everything is evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute the regular mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg