Are you tired of the same old salad recipes? Look no further! This easy broccoli salad will take your taste buds on a flavorful journey. Packed with a variety of delicious ingredients, it is perfect for warm summer gatherings and will surely become a family favorite.
Dig in! A bowl of this delightful Easy Broccoli Salad.
A Salad Loaded with Goodness
I am a big fan of classic broccoli salad recipes, but I always like to add my own twist. This recipe combines all of my favorite ingredients into one fresh and vibrant salad. Imagine crisp broccoli florets, savory bacon, tangy red onion, crunchy sunflower kernels, flavorful cheddar cheese, and sweet dried cranberries, all tossed together in a creamy and tangy dressing.
Take another bite! This bowl of Easy Broccoli Salad is simply irresistible.
Ingredient FAQs & Variations
Broccoli - You'll need about 8 cups of raw broccoli florets for this recipe. That's approximately 3 medium-sized heads of broccoli, weighing about 2 1/2 pounds.
Real Bacon Bits - To save time and effort, opt for a bag of chopped real bacon from the grocery store (about 3.5 ounces). Avoid imitation bacon bits. However, if you're feeling ambitious, you can cook and crumble around 16 slices or 1 pound of bacon to create 1 cup of crumbled bacon.
Sunflower Kernels - Include 1/2 cup of dry roasted sunflower kernels. Any brand will work perfectly in this recipe.
Dried Cranberries - Don't skip this step! The sweetness of the cranberries complements the flavors of the salad perfectly.
Cheese - To ensure you can truly see and taste the cheese, opt for thick-cut shredded sharp cheddar rather than finely shredded cheese.
Red Onion - Despite its strong flavor, red onion adds an important taste to this dish. Dice it finely and use around 1/4 of a medium-sized red onion (approximately 1/2 cup). If you find the onion to be overpowering, you can soak it in a mixture of 1 cup of water and 1 tablespoon of baking soda. Rinse and dry the onion before adding it to the salad.
Mayonnaise - This recipe calls for one cup of mayonnaise. Duke's mayonnaise is highly recommended for its exceptional quality and flavor.
Vinegar - Opt for milder white wine vinegar instead of the common apple cider vinegar. However, you can use apple cider vinegar if it's what you have on hand.
Sugar - If you like your salad slightly sweet, add a touch more white sugar to suit your taste. Remember, balance is key!
Discover More Delicious Salads!
Looking for more inspiration? Try our Bacon and Blue Cheese Broccoli Salad! Deliciously unique.
Don't miss the opportunity to try this refreshing and satisfying twist on the classic broccoli salad. With its vibrant combination of flavors and textures, it's guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering. So grab a fork and indulge in this easy-to-make salad that will leave you craving for more!
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