Broccoli Cranberry Salad

This broccoli salad with cranberries, bacon, and sunflower seeds is tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing for the perfect summer picnic or potluck dish.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 314 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 6 strips bacon
• 3 heads broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 0.25 cup white sugar
• 0.5 cup chopped red onion
• 0.25 cup dried cranberries
• 0.33333331346512 cup salted sunflower kernels, toasted

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Make dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar in a small bowl. Chill in the refrigerator until needed.

Step 2

Make salad: Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate, then crumble and set aside.

Step 3

Combine broccoli, onion, sunflower seeds, and cranberries in a large serving bowl. Add crumbled bacon and drizzle with dressing; toss until well combined.