Ingredients
– 8 cups bite-sized broccoli florets
– 1/3 cup diced red onion
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries
– 1/4 cup sunflower seeds (or use chopped almonds or pecans if you prefer)
– 1/2 cup bacon bits
– 1 cup mayonnaise (you can swap half with plain Greek yogurt for a healthier choice)
– 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or try a sugar substitute for a lighter option)
– Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1-Wash and dry the broccoli: Make sure it’s completely dry to avoid diluting the flavors.
2-Prep the add-ins: Dice the onion and measure out the cranberries, seeds, and bacon bits.
3-Mix the salad base: Combine all the solid ingredients in a big bowl for even distribution.
4-Make the dressing: Stir together the mayo mixture until it’s well blended.
5-Toss and chill: Add dressing to the salad, mix it up, and refrigerate for at least one hour to let the tastes meld.
6-Serve it up: For the freshest taste, add the dressing just before serving if you’re prepping ahead.
Last Step:
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🥒 Adding extra vegetables like zucchini, cauliflower, celery, or bell peppers enhances texture and nutrition.
🧊 Thoroughly drying broccoli before dressing helps keep the salad crisp.
⏲ Refrigerate for at least an hour to allow flavors to develop fully.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chilling time: 1 hour
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American