Broccoli Bacon Salad: 5 irresistible bites
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A delicious and crunchy broccoli salad with bacon and a sweet, tangy dressing. Perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
- Author: Amara Louis
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes + 30 minutes chilling
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 pounds broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, cooked bacon, red onion, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a creamier dressing, you can add a tablespoon of milk.
- Adjust the sweetness and tanginess of the dressing to your preference.
- This salad can be made a day in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg