How to Make Sweet Broccoli Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Broccoli salad is a delicious and nutritious side dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of main courses. This sweet broccoli salad recipe takes the classic dish to the next level with the addition of a few unexpected ingredients. It's a refreshing and satisfying dish that's perfect for warm weather gatherings, potlucks, or as a simple weeknight dinner accompaniment.

This recipe is a delightful combination of crunchy broccoli, sweet dried cranberries, tangy red onion, and a creamy d...

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Ingredients

  • 5 slices bacon
  • 1 head broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
  • ½ cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • 3 tablespoons sunflower seeds
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup low-calorie natural sweetener (such as Swerve®)
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Crumble once cool enough to handle.
  • Combine bacon, broccoli, Cheddar cheese, green onions, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise, sweetener, and apple cider vinegar together in a small bowl. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and toss until well combined.
  • Nutrition

    386 cal.

    • Total Fat: 35g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 537mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 68mg
    • Calcium: 151mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 388mg