Description
The Best Broccoli Salad is a vibrant, crunchy delight that transforms fresh broccoli into a crowd-pleaser. Tossed with a sweet and tangy dressing, this colorful dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any gathering. Enjoy the delightful balance of crunchy veggies and savory bacon bits that will have everyone asking for seconds. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can create a beautiful salad that not only looks good but tastes amazing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
- 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds (toasted)
- 1/2 cup bacon bits (cooked crispy)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized florets.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, red onion slices, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and bacon bits. Toss gently.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and coat all ingredients evenly using tongs.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg