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Broccoli Salad with Creamy Dressing

Broccoli Salad with Creamy Dressing That Everyone Will Love

A vibrant Broccoli Salad with Creamy Dressing that is perfect for potlucks and BBQs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Fresh Broccoli Chopped into small florets
  • ½ cup Red Onion Diced finely
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Can substitute with raisins or dried apricots
  • ½ cup Sunflower Seeds Optional for texture
  • ½ cup Bacon Freshly cooked, cut into bits
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can use low-fat or vegan alternatives
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Tweak for desired sweetness
  • 1 pinch Salt & Pepper Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • large spoon

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
  2. Wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized florets and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add diced red onion, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds to the broccoli, then gently toss together.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
  6. Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use freshly cooked bacon and allow the salad to chill properly before serving.

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