Broccoli Salad

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword broccoli-salad

Prep Time 20

Chill time 4

Total Time 4 20

Servings servings

Calories 436kcal

Author Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

4 cup fresh broccoli florets stems trimmed and florets separated
6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
1 small red onion finely diced
½ cup dried cranberries or golden raisins [optional]
½ cup toasted pecan or walnut pieces [or ¼ cup toasted sesame seeds]
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Dressing:
1 cup mayonnaise
2 oz pimentos drained
¼ cup sugar
2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 ½ teaspoon Original Mrs Dash (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Clean the broccoli and separate the florets, removing most of the stem.
Whisk together the dressing ingredients then gently toss with the broccoli, bacon, diced red onion, cranberries, pecan pieces and shredded cheese.
Reserve a few bacon crumbles and toasted nuts for garnishing.
Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

To toast the nuts: Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in a preheated 350°F oven for 6-8 minutes or just until lightly golden and fragrant.

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