Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Cheddar

This broccoli salad with bacon and cheddar is a delightful combination of fresh broccoli, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, all tossed in a creamy dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light lunch, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. Enjoy the crunch of nuts and the sweetness of raisins for an added flavor contrast!
This recipe is american style, lunch, scaled for 6 servings, with 15 min prep and 10 min cook.
Prep: 15 min · Cook: 10 min · Total: 25 min · Serves: 6
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include mayonnaise, bacon, sugar, sharp cheddar cheese.
- Follow all 4 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 6 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup raisins
- 4 cups broccoli florets (chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli florets, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, finely chopped red onion, raisins, and sunflower seeds.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 290
- Protein: 9 g
- Fat: 22 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.
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