Description
This Amish Broccoli Salad features a delightful mix of fresh broccoli, red onion, raisins or cranberries, sunflower seeds, bacon, and cheddar cheese, coated in a creamy dressing. Perfect for picnics and potlucks!
Ingredients
Fresh Broccoli Salad:
- 5 cups fresh broccoli florets
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- 8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Creamy Dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Salad: Combine broccoli, onion, raisins, sunflower seeds, bacon, and cheddar in a bowl.
- Make Dressing: Whisk mayo, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Combine: Pour dressing over salad, toss to coat. Chill for at least 1 hour.
- Serve: Toss before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be made a day ahead for convenience.
- For a lighter option, substitute Greek yogurt for half the mayonnaise.
