Description
This fresh broccoli salad is a vibrant and crunchy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. With crisp broccoli florets, savory bacon, and a sweet-tangy dressing, each bite is an explosion of flavor and texture. This salad not only brings back fond memories of summer gatherings but also adds a burst of color to your table, making it ideal for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 medium head)
- 6 slices crispy bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets; remove tough stems.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain excess fat on paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, crumbled bacon, red onion slices, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries. Pour dressing over and mix gently until well-coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg