15-Minute Broccoli Salad That Steals the Show Every Time
A fresh and crunchy broccoli salad with a tangy dressing. Perfect for picnics or as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop broccoli into small florets.
- Dice the red onion.
- Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli, onion, cheese, bacon, and sunflower seeds.
- In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter dressing.
- Add raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg