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Broccoli Salad Easy Creamy Crunchy Side Dish Recipe

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Broccoli Salad is a creamy crunchy side dish made with fresh broccoli, bacon, cheddar cheese, seeds, onion, and tangy dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/3 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/3 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash, dry, and chop broccoli into bite-size pieces.
  2. Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add broccoli, bacon, cheese, onion, and seeds to bowl.
  4. Pour dressing over ingredients.
  5. Toss until evenly coated.
  6. Chill at least 1 hour.
  7. Stir and serve cold.

Notes

  • Dry broccoli well to avoid watery dressing.
  • Add bacon before serving for best texture.
  • Use Greek yogurt for lighter dressing.
  • Store refrigerated up to 3 days.
  • Add cranberries or raisins for sweetness.
  • Chop broccoli small for easier eating.
  • Great for potlucks and BBQs.
  • Fresh broccoli gives best crunch.

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