Description
Transform your salad experience with The Best Broccoli Salad! This vibrant dish unites crunchy broccoli, sweet raisins, and crispy bacon in a creamy dressing that tantalizes the palate. Ideal for any occasion—picnics, potlucks, or family dinners—this salad will impress your guests and become a new favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
- 6 slices crispy bacon, chopped
- 1 cup plump raisins
- ½ medium red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup toasted sunflower seeds
- ½ cup full-fat sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash broccoli under cold water and cut into bite-sized florets.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy (6-8 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- Whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets with bacon bits, red onion, raisins, and sunflower seeds. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Let sit for about 10 minutes before serving to meld flavors. Serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg