Description
A refreshing and flavorful salad featuring broccoli, cranberries, bacon, and a creamy dressing, perfect as a side dish or light lunch.
Ingredients
- 1 large head of broccoli, chopped into small florets
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, crumbled bacon, and chopped red onion.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon.
- You can substitute the sunflower seeds with chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Adjust the sugar in the dressing to your preference.
- The salad is best served after chilling for at least an hour, but can be made up to a day ahead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for bacon)
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook (except bacon)
- Cuisine: American