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Broccoli Salad with Creamy Dressing

The Ultimate Broccoli Salad with Creamy Dressing You'll Love

Try this Broccoli Salad with Creamy Dressing for a crunchy, savory, and sweet addition to your next gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup dried cranberries or swap with raisins or apricots
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds or use nuts like walnuts or pecans
  • 6 slices bacon crispy and crumbled
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or consider Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar can be substituted with white vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Chop broccoli into bite-sized florets and finely chop red onion. Cook and crumble bacon until crispy.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, red onion, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds. Toss gently.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.
  6. Serve cold and enjoy your Broccoli Salad with Creamy Dressing!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For vegetarians, omit bacon or use a plant-based alternative. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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