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🥦 Bodacious Broccoli Salad 🥓🥕

Posted by ESYTOD

This Bodacious Broccoli Salad is a colorful and crunchy mix of fresh broccoli, savory bacon, sweet dried cranberries, and a tangy-sweet dressing. It’s a perfect side dish for BBQs, potlucks, or family dinners that will make even broccoli skeptics ask for seconds!

📋 Ingredients:

For the Salad:

  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces 🥦
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped 🧅
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots 🥕
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries 🍒
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds 🌻
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled 🥓
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀

For the Dressing:

  • 1 cup mayonnaise 🥛
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 🍎
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 🍬
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 🧂

📝 Instructions:

1. Prepare the Salad:

  1. Mix salad ingredients:
  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli florets, red onion, shredded carrots, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese. Toss to mix evenly.

2. Make the Dressing:

  1. Combine dressing ingredients:
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

3. Toss the Salad:

  1. Dress the salad:
  • Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture. Toss everything together until the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
  1. Chill:
  • For the best flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

4. Serve:

  1. Serve cold:
  • Give the salad a quick toss before serving. Enjoy this crisp and refreshing salad as a side dish or a light lunch.

🍽️ Tips:

  • Add-ins: For extra crunch, add some chopped nuts like almonds or cashews.
  • Lighter version: Use Greek yogurt in place of some or all of the mayonnaise for a lighter dressing.
  • Make ahead: This salad can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to develop further.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 20 minutes
⏱️ Chill Time: 1 hour
🍽️ Servings: 6
🔥 Calories: Approximately 300 kcal per serving

This Bodacious Broccoli Salad is a delightful mix of crunchy, creamy, and tangy flavors that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering! 🥦🥓🍎