Creamy Broccoli Salad with Bacon

 

Salad

  • 6 cups fresh broccoli florets, bite-sized
  • 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ⅔ cup dried cranberries (Craisins)
  • ⅔ cup red onion, finely diced
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • ½ cup roasted sunflower seeds

Creamy Dressing

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Bacon

  1. Cook the bacon until crispy in a skillet or oven.
  2. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  3. Once cooled, crumble into small pieces.

Step 2: Prepare the Broccoli

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli.
  2. Cut into small, bite-sized florets for the best texture.

Step 3: Make the Dressing

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