Description
The Best Broccoli Salad is a delicious mix of fresh broccoli, crispy bacon, and sweet dried cranberries, all tossed in a creamy dressing. Perfect as a side dish for any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup mayonnaise
1½ tablespoons granulated sugar
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1⅓ lbs broccoli florets finely chopped into bite-size pieces
8 slices crispy cooked bacon chopped
⅓ cup chopped red onion
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries
⅓ cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the chopped broccoli, bacon, red onion, cranberries, and almonds to the bowl. Toss everything together until evenly coated with the dressing.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the crunch!
Notes
Feel free to customize the salad by adding other ingredients like cheese or seeds for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for bacon)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Broccoli Salad, Best Broccoli Salad, Salad Recipes, American Salad