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5 from 12 votes

Broccoli Salad With Bacon

Tender broccoli tossed with smoky bacon, cheese, and crunchy sunflower seeds.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 People
Calories 464kcal
Author Krystle Smith

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Broccoli Chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons White Sugar
  • ½ Cup Mayonnaise
  • ⅓ Cup Hot Water
  • 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • ½ Red Onion Diced
  • 12 Slices Bacon Cooked Crisply
  • 2 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • ¼ Cup Sunflower Kernels
  • ¼ Cup Dried Cranberries

Instructions

  • Place onion in an ice bath for 10-20 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl mix sugar and hot water until sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Pour the water/sugar mixture over the broccoli.
  • Cool slightly. Stir in mayonnaise and vinegar.
  • Fold in cheese, onion, and cranberries. Top with sunflower kernels and bacon just before serving.
  • Chill for 2-3 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 552mg | Potassium: 393mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 690IU | Vitamin C: 68.1mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 1.2mg