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4.8 from 33 votes

Creamy Broccoli Salad

Seriously the BEST broccoli salad ever! With cheese, cashews, red onion, crispy bacon + the creamiest dressing ever!

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish , Salad
Cuisine: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 4 lices Bacon diced
  • 5 cups coarsely chopped broccoli florets
  • ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ⅓ cup cashews
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
For the dressing
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

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  1. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat; transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.
  2. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cheese, cashews, onion and cranberries. Stir in dressing and gently toss to combine.
  3. Cover and chill at least 1 hour before serving.
For the dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, milk, sugar and apple cider vinegar.