Broccoli Salad

Name: Broccoli Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 broccoli heads, cut into small florets; 8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled; 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, diced small; 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced; 1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds; 1/3 cup dried cranberries; 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

A classic American potluck salad with crisp raw broccoli florets, smoky bacon, sharp cheddar, and sunflower seeds all tossed in a tangy-sweet creamy dressing. Best made ahead so the flavors meld. Plan ahead: chill at least 1 hour before serving.

30 minEasyServes 6410 cal/serving

AmericanSaladStovetopStandardGluten-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

2 broccoli heads, cut into small florets
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, diced small
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

1

Cook 8 bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, let cool, then crumble.
2

In a large bowl, combine 2 cut into small florets broccoli heads, crumbled bacon, 1 cup diced small sharp cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup finely diced red onion, 1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds, and 1/3 cup dried cranberries.
3

Whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper in a small bowl.
4

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat.
5

Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Toss again before serving.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Broccoli Salad?

As written, 30 minutes: 20 of prep and 10 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 5, 1 hour. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Can I use turkey bacon instead of bacon in Broccoli Salad?

Yes. Turkey bacon renders almost no fat, so add a tablespoon of oil wherever the method counts on the drippings. As written, the entry for Broccoli Salad uses 8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled.

Can I make Broccoli Salad dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Broccoli Salad is 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, diced small. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Broccoli Salad contain eggs?

Yes: 1 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Broccoli Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 410 calories, with 24 g protein, 24 g carbohydrate and 24 g fat, plus 841 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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