Broccoli Cranberry Salad
Broccoli Cranberry Salad pairs crisp broccoli with sweet-tart cranberries, smoky bacon, and toasty sunflower seeds, all coated in a tangy mayonnaise dressing. Each bite balances crunch and brightness with a savory finish, ideal for picnics, potlucks, or make-ahead lunches. It’s a lively side dish that holds up well and tastes even better after a short chill.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar. Refrigerate until needed.
- 2
Make salad: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble it and set aside.
- 3
In a large serving bowl, combine broccoli, onion, sunflower seeds, and cranberries. Add the crumbled bacon and drizzle with the dressing; toss until well combined.
- Calories 322.18 kcal Moderate
- Protein 7.96 g Moderate
- Carbs 26.49 g Moderate
- Total Fat 22.7 g High
- Saturated Fat 3.39 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 12.25 mg Low Source
- Sodium 272.61 mg Moderate
- Fiber 7.04 g Good Source
- Sugar 12.45 g High
- Added Sugar 0.29 g Low Source
- Calcium 117.56 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.0 mg Moderate
- Potassium 776.25 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 72.45 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 203.55 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.03 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Broccoli Cranberry Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Broccoli, Dried Cranberry, and Mayonnaise. Each serving provides about 322.18 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Broccoli Cranberry Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
- What is Broccoli Cranberry Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Broccoli, Dried Cranberry, Mayonnaise, Red Onion. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Broccoli Cranberry Salad?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 322.18 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Broccoli Cranberry Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 3 steps.
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