Creamy Broccoli Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of creamy broccoli salad, a delightful mix of fresh ingredients and rich dressing that brings joy to any meal. This colorful side dish features crunchy broccoli, crispy bacon, sweet cranberries, and creamy dressing that will have your taste buds dancing. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or holiday gatherings, this salad is not only delicious but also easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blanching/Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blanch broccoli florets in boiling water for 2 minutes until bright green and crisp. Transfer to an ice bath immediately.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled broccoli, red onion, bacon bits, cranberries, and sunflower seeds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and stir gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg