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Creamy Broccoli Salad

A quick and crunchy broccoli salad with bacon, cheddar, and a sweet-tangy creamy dressing, ready in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.25 cup red onion finely diced
  • 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Wash and chop broccoli into small florets.
  2. Cook bacon until crispy and crumble.
  3. Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine broccoli, bacon, cheese, onion, and seeds.
  5. Toss with dressing until evenly coated.
  6. Chill before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Best served chilled. Add seeds before serving for extra crunch.