Description
This crunchy, creamy broccoli salad combines fresh broccoli florets, cheddar cheese, turkey bacon, cranberries, and sunflower seeds tossed in a tangy homemade dressing. It’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, and meal prep.
Ingredients
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5–6 cups fresh broccoli florets
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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⅔ cup dried cranberries
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½ cup turkey or beef bacon, crumbled
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½ cup salted sunflower seeds
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⅓ cup red onion, diced
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¾ cup mayonnaise (olive oil-based)
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¼ cup sour cream
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1½ tbsp white wine vinegar
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3 tbsp sugar
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¼ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cheese, cranberries, bacon, sunflower seeds, and red onion.
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In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
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Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and toss to coat.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Blanch broccoli for a softer texture if desired.
- Can be made up to 3 days ahead.
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American