Description
A vibrant and delicious Broccoli Salad Supreme combining fresh broccoli florets with savory bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, sweet dried cranberries, crunchy sunflower seeds, and a tangy honey-apple cider vinegar dressing. This make-ahead salad is perfect for gatherings and offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds or chopped walnuts
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the fresh broccoli florets, crumbled cooked bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, diced red onion, dried cranberries (or raisins), and sunflower seeds (or chopped walnuts). Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey (or sugar), salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Mix Dressing with Salad: Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- Chill Salad: Refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully.
- Serve: Give the salad a good toss just before serving to redistribute any settled dressing and enjoy chilled.
Notes
- You can substitute dried cranberries with raisins and sunflower seeds with walnuts based on preference.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat or light mayonnaise.
- Make the salad a few hours ahead or the day before to enhance flavor.
- This salad is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for freshness.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
