Melissa Jo’s Broccoli Salad 🥦
Broccoli Salad is the salad that people forget when they think about what they are going to make for the party. This simple to make salad packs probably the most flavorful punch and will be the biggest crowd pleaser at the party, and this I can assure you because I have brought this Broccoli Salad to nearly every brunch I have attended or hosted! It’s made with broccoli florets, sunflower seeds, cheddar, craisins, bacon, and the creamiest, best dressing you will ever have! So when they ask you in the group chat “what are you bringing to the party?”, you say as quickly as you can “Broccoli Salad”! Are you ready? Let’s make it!
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Store in an air-tight container for 3-5 days in the refrigerator
🤔 Common Questions
Yes! This broccoli salad actually tastes better after it chills for a few hours or overnight. The flavors have time to blend, and the broccoli softens just slightly without losing its crunch.
Nope! This is a raw broccoli salad. Cutting the florets into bite-sized pieces keeps it crisp and fresh. If you prefer it a little softer, you can blanch it for 30 seconds and then rinse with cold water.
You can swap mayo with plain Greek yogurt or a mix of yogurt and mayo for a lighter version. Avocado-based mayo is also a great alternative!
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Melissa Jo’s Broccoli Salad
Ingredients
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 cup mayo
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- ½ tsp salt
- Black pepper to taste (start with 1 tsp)
- 1 ½ lbs or 1 head of broccoli cut florets into 1 inch pieces
- ¾ cup craisins
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion optional
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and a baking rack. Arrange the bacon slices on the rack and bake them in the oven at 400°F for 15 – 20 minutes or until crispy. Once the bacon is done, chop it up, and set it aside.
- To make the dressing, in a large bowl add mayo, sour cream, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk that together until combined.
- Then, add in the chopped broccoli florets, craisins, sunflower seeds, and chopped bacon. Fold that together until everything is incorporated. Set it in the refrigerator to chill for at least an hour or even better overnight! Enjoy!
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