Description
A quick, healthy, and crowd-pleasing broccoli salad made with crunchy broccoli, crispy bacon, sweet cranberries, and a creamy tangy dressing. Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or a simple family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1½ tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1⅓ lbs broccoli florets, finely chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 8 slices crispy cooked bacon, chopped
- ⅓ cup chopped red onion
- ½ cup sweetened dried cranberries
- ⅓ cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, crispy bacon, red onion, cranberries, and almonds.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss everything together until well coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1–2 hours to let the flavors blend.
- Toss again right before serving.
Notes
- Chop broccoli into small, bite-size pieces for better texture and easier eating.
- Let the salad chill before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Add diced bell peppers or shredded carrots for extra crunch.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: broccoli salad, easy side dish, healthy salad, picnic recipes, summer salads, bacon salad