Broccoli Salad Recipe
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Broccoli Salad Recipe
Description
The Broccoli Salad Recipe combines fresh broccoli and cauliflower florets providing a crisp texture with sharp cheddar cheese for richness. Red onion adds a mild pungency, while bacon adds smoky saltiness and a crunchy texture. The creamy dressing, made by whisking mayonnaise with sugar and white vinegar, ties the ingredients together with a sweet and tangy balance.
Mixing the dressing with the vegetables and bacon just before serving ensures the salad is evenly coated. The salad's contrast between crunchy vegetables, creamy dressing, sharp cheese, and savory bacon creates a layering of flavors and textures.
This salad is often served chilled as a side dish, suitable for picnics, barbecues, or gatherings. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to four days, though the salad should be stirred before serving to redistribute any separated dressing.
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli bite-sized, from 2 bunches (see note 1, florets
- 4 cups cauliflower bite-sized, from 1 head, florets
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 pound Bacon fried and crumbled (see note 2)
- 1 cup red onion diced
- 2 cups mayonnaise (see note 3)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
Instructions
- To make the dressing, In a small bowl whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cauliflower, onion, cheese, and bacon.
- Pour dressing mixture to taste over the salad ingredients and toss well until evenly coated.
Notes
- You may use just broccoli or just cauliflower if preferred, or buy pre-cut florets for convenience.
- Pre-cooked, pre-crumbled bacon can be substituted as long as it is actual bacon.
- Select your preferred mayonnaise brand; some mix half mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter texture.
- The recipe yields about 6 cups, enough for twelve 1/2-cup servings.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to four days; stir before serving as separation may occur.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12(1/2 cup) servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 418 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5 cup | |
| Calories | 418kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11g | 65% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 52mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 513mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 308mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 404IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 44mg | 49% |
| Calcium | 162mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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