Description
Fresh Broccoli Salad is a vibrant, crunchy dish that elevates any gathering with its delightful mix of flavors. This salad combines fresh broccoli florets, sweet raisins, and sharp cheddar cheese, all enveloped in a creamy dressing that balances tanginess and sweetness. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or family dinners, this dish is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup dried raisins
- ½ cup sunflower seeds, toasted
- ½ cup bacon bits (optional)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the broccoli thoroughly under cold water and cut it into bite-sized florets.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli, cheddar cheese, raisins, and sunflower seeds; toss gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and fold until evenly coated.
- If desired, sprinkle bacon bits on top before serving.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg