Description
A delicious and easy-to-make broccoli bacon salad that combines fresh broccoli, crispy bacon, and a creamy dressing for a perfect side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, crumbled bacon, red onion, cheddar cheese, and sunflower seeds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- Feel free to add other ingredients like raisins or chopped apples for extra flavor.
- This salad can be made a day in advance; just add the bacon right before serving to keep it crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg