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Broccoli Salad

Delicious Broccoli Salad: Crunchy, Customizable, and Family-Friendly

This Broccoli Salad is a crunchy, customizable dish that pleases family and friends at any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Fresh Broccoli Cut into bite-sized florets
  • 6 slices Precooked Bacon Crispy and chopped
  • 1 medium Red Onion Finely chopped, optional
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded, can substitute or omit
  • 1/2 cup Sunflower Seeds Can substitute with pumpkin seeds
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Can substitute with raisins or omit
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Can be replaced with lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and trim fresh broccoli into bite-sized florets. Blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to ice water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli florets with bacon, onion, cheddar, sunflower seeds, and cranberries; toss gently.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour dressing over the salad mixture, toss gently, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Adjust dressing quantity to taste and let flavors meld before serving.

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