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Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Dried Cranberries

Refreshing Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Dried Cranberries Bliss

Enjoy a vibrant Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Dried Cranberries, a perfect summer side dish full of crunch and flavor!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Miracle Whip for tangier flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Consider using sugar alternatives like Swerve.
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar White vinegar works well, red wine vinegar can be used.
Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups Broccoli Florets Chop into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Raisins can be a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Diced Red Onion Optional for milder taste.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Dairy-free cheese can be used.
  • 6 slices Bacon Turkey bacon or vegetarian bacon can be used.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Dressing Preparation
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar. Whisk until smooth and well incorporated.
Salad Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add chopped broccoli, dried cranberries, cheddar cheese, diced onion, and crumbled bacon. Toss gently.
Combine
  1. Drizzle dressing over salad mixture and fold until evenly coated.
Chill
  1. Cover salad with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours.
Serve
  1. Once chilled, stir gently and serve cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the salad overnight for best flavor infusion. Add toppings like sunflower seeds for extra texture.

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