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Easy Fresh Broccoli Salad

Fresh crunchy broccoli salad loaded with tons of flavor is fast and easy to make.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups fresh broccoli florets (12 oz. pre-washed bag)
  • ½ cup red onion, finely diced
  • 4 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed small pieces
  • 2 tablespoons roasted, salted, shelled sunflower seeds
  • 5 slices bacon, cooked crisp

Dressing

  • ½ cup mayonaisse
  • 1-2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon honey (or sugar)

Instructions
 

  • Assemble ingredients.
  • Trim broccoli into bite-sized florets. If using a 12 ounce bag of florets, you will get about 5 cups.
  • Add broccoli, onion, cubed cheese, and sunflower seeds to a large glass serving bowl.
  • In small bowl, prepare dressing.
  • Combine mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, onion powder, and honey. Whisk to combine. Pour over broccoli and other ingredients. Toss to to thoroughly.
  • Top with chopped bacon. Chill before serving and toss to incorporate bacon. Serve and enjoy!
Keyword broccoli salad, crunchy, fast & easy, fresh