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Broccoli Salad: A Crunchy and Flavorful Side Dish

Elevate your salad game with The Best Broccoli Salad! This colorful and flavorful salad combines crisp broccoli florets with crunchy bacon, sweet raisins, sharp red onion, and creamy dressing for a delicious side dish that’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or any meal. With its vibrant colors and refreshing taste, this broccoli salad is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire.

  • Total Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces

1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled

1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

1/4 cup raisins

1/4 cup sunflower seeds

1/2 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon honey

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli florets, crumbled cooked bacon, finely chopped red onion, raisins, and sunflower seeds.

In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Pour the dressing over the broccoli salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl.

Gently toss the salad ingredients with the dressing until everything is evenly coated.

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning, vinegar, or sweetness if needed.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Before serving, give the salad a quick stir and taste again, adjusting seasoning if necessary.

Serve The Best Broccoli Salad chilled as a refreshing side dish or light meal accompaniment. Enjoy!

Notes

This Best Broccoli Salad is a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy the goodness of fresh vegetables. With its crunchy texture, savory bacon, and sweet raisins, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to disappear quickly. Give it a try and taste the difference that homemade dressing and quality ingredients can make!

  • Author: Lara Smith