Description
The Best Broccoli Salad is a vibrant, crunchy dish that transforms the classic salad experience. With fresh broccoli florets, sweet dried cranberries, and a creamy dressing, this salad bursts with flavors and textures that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for summer barbecues or holiday gatherings, it’s not just a side dish; it’s a celebration on your plate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup sunflower seeds (lightly toasted)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the broccoli by washing and cutting it into bite-sized florets.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli, red onion, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey (or sugar), salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently fold until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg