Delicious Broccoli Salad That’ll Wow Your Taste Buds
This broccoli salad combines crispy florets, sharp cheddar, and tangy dressing for a delightful side dish.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Small mixing bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 5-6 cups broccoli florets fresh
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- ⅔ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup crumbled bacon
- ½ cup salted sunflower seeds
- ⅓ cup red onion finely chopped
For the Dressing
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1½ tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, mix together the broccoli florets, cheddar cheese, dried cranberries, crumbled bacon, sunflower seeds, and red onion until evenly distributed.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, white wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Drizzle the dressing over the broccoli mixture, then gently toss or stir everything together.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour for optimal flavor.
- Store in an airtight container if not serving immediately.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with extra sunflower seeds before serving.