Description
Indulge in the ultimate broccoli salad that brings together vibrant, crunchy florets with crispy bacon and sweet dried fruit, all enveloped in a creamy dressing. This dish is perfect for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or simply as a delightful side for your weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, it’s a refreshing blend of flavors and textures that will keep your taste buds dancing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the Broccoli: Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces; place in a large mixing bowl.
- Cook the Bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble into small pieces.
- Mix Dressing: In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar; stir until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Add crumbled bacon, dried cranberries (or raisins), sunflower seeds, and sliced red onion to the bowl of broccoli. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss until well-coated.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg