Broccoli Salad

This Easy Broccoli Salad is a fresh, crunchy side dish made with crisp broccoli, smoky bacon, sweet craisins, and a creamy homemade dressing. Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or make-ahead meals—it’s quick to prep and full of flavor!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword broccoli, salad

Prep Time 15

Chill Time 1

Servings

Calories 398kcal

Author Jesseca

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
6 cups broccoli washed
1½ cups bacon cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup red onion diced
1/2 cup craisins
1/2 cup sliced almonds (optional)

Instructions

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, and white wine vinegar. Use a whisk or spoon to mix until smooth and well combined. The sugar should fully dissolve, and the dressing should be creamy and cohesive.
Cut the broccoli into small, bite-sized florets. You can also peel and chop the stalks if you like extra crunch.
Add the chopped broccoli to the bowl with the dressing. Then stir in the cooked, crumbled bacon, thinly sliced red onion, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds (if using).
Use a large spoon or spatula to gently mix everything together. Make sure all the ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a tight-fitting lid. Place it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together and soften the broccoli slightly.
After chilling, give the salad a final toss. Serve it cold and enjoy fresh from the fridge. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days.

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