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Broccoli Salad

A quick and delightful broccoli salad packed with vibrant veggies and a creamy dressing, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups broccoli florets (fresh)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup crumbled bacon (or turkey bacon)
  • 1 cup raisins for that sweet surprise
Dressing
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the broccoli florets and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the red onion, and crumble the bacon if necessary.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  2. Taste the dressing and adjust salt and pepper to your preference.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, toss the broccoli, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bacon, and raisins.
  2. Drizzle the dressing over the mixture and mix well until all ingredients are coated.
Final Touches
  1. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top and give it a gentle toss.
  2. Let the salad chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or cucumbers. For an extra crunch, toss in some sunflower seeds or chopped almonds. If you don't like raisins, try swapping them for dried cranberries or fresh berries.