Description
Creamy Broccoli Salad is a delightful blend of crisp broccoli florets, sweet raisins, and crunchy sunflower seeds, all enveloped in a rich creamy dressing. This vibrant salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite mix-ins, it brings joy to any gathering. Impress your guests with this colorful dish that combines texture and flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds (raw or roasted)
- 1/2 cup dried raisins
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits (optional)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Add chopped broccoli, sunflower seeds, raisins, and bacon bits (if using) to the bowl. Mix gently until everything is well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give it a gentle toss and garnish with additional sunflower seeds or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg