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Classic Broccoli Salad

Classic Broccoli Salad that Everyone Will Love at Potlucks

This Classic Broccoli Salad combines crunchy broccoli, crispy bacon, and sweet cranberries, making it a delightful side perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Broccoli florets cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 slices Bacon cooked until crispy
  • 1 cup Dried cranberries recommended brands include Ocean Spray Craisins
  • 1/2 cup Red onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Sunflower seeds keep separate until serving
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Hellmann's preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • to taste Salt & pepper essential seasonings

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by rinsing fresh broccoli under cold water. Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets, discarding any thick stems.
  2. Finely dice red onion and combine all vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  2. Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and crumbled crispy bacon to the broccoli and onion mixture.
  2. Mix gently but thoroughly to combine.
Dressing the Salad
  1. Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and fold the ingredients together carefully.
Chilling
  1. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
  2. Add crispy bacon and sunflower seeds just before serving for texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the salad with grilled shrimp or nuts according to your taste preferences.

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