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Crunchy Creamy Broccoli Salad

A crisp and creamy broccoli salad loaded with smoky bacon, cheddar cheese, cranberries, and sunflower seeds tossed in a tangy homemade dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 2 large broccoli crowns cut into small florets
  • 8 slices bacon cooked crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped
Creamy Dressing
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry the broccoli thoroughly, then cut into small bite-sized florets.
  2. Cook the bacon until crispy, cool slightly, and crumble into pieces.
  3. Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Combine broccoli, bacon, cheddar cheese, cranberries, onion, sunflower seeds, and parsley in a large bowl.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

For extra crunch, add the bacon just before serving. This salad tastes even better after chilling overnight.