The Best Broccoli Salad
This easy broccoli salad is loaded with fresh broccoli, sweet cranberries, sunflower seeds, and crispy bacon, all tossed in a creamy homemade dressing. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or weekday lunches. Make ahead and chill for extra flavor!
Ingredients
Salad:
- 8 cups broccoli florets cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/3 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup bacon bits
Dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix broccoli, red onion, cranberries, sunflower seeds, and bacon bits.
- Add dressing: Pour dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
- Chill: Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to develop.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 300
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
- Sodium: 330mg
- Potassium: 365mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 10g
- Vitamin C: 82mg