The Best Broccoli Salad
Experience the delightful crunch and vibrant flavors of The Best Broccoli Salad! This nutritious dish combines fresh broccoli florets with sweet cranberries, savory bacon, and a creamy dressing, making it the perfect side for any occasion. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this salad brings joy to family gatherings, picnics, or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds (roasted)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets.
- In a bowl, combine diced red onion, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds.
- Cook bacon until crispy; crumble into small pieces.
- In another bowl, whisk together sour cream, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- In a large bowl, mix broccoli with the onion mixture, cranberries, sunflower seeds, and bacon bits. Pour dressing over and toss gently until well-coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor and texture, consider incorporating shredded carrots or diced apples. Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream in the dressing for a healthier option.