Broccoli Salad Summer Dish (Print)
Fresh broccoli salad with bacon, cheddar cheese, and a tangy creamy dressing.
# Ingredients:
→ Salad
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6 cups broccoli florets, broken into bite-size pieces
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1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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⅔ cup chopped craisins (dried cranberries)
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⅔ cup diced red onion
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⅔ cup cooked and crumbled bacon
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½ cup sunflower kernels
→ Dressing
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1¼ cups mayonnaise
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½ cup sour cream
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4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
# Directions:
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Break the broccoli into bite-size florets and place them in a large mixing bowl.
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Add the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped craisins, diced red onion, crumbled bacon, and sunflower kernels to the bowl with the broccoli.
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In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, kosher salt, and black pepper until smooth.
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Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss until evenly coated.
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Cover the bowl and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
# Notes:
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For the best flavor, prepare the salad in advance and allow it to chill.