Description
A creamy and crunchy broccoli salad perfect for picnics or as a side dish. Fresh broccoli florets are mixed with a tangy dressing, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
Instructions
- Chop broccoli into small florets.
- Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Combine broccoli, bacon, cheese, and onion in a large bowl.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- Add sunflower seeds or dried cranberries for extra texture.
- Best served chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg