Description
This colorful Amish Broccoli Salad is a delightful blend of fresh broccoli, crispy bacon, and sweet dried cranberries, all tossed in a creamy dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make salad offers a satisfying crunch and vibrant flavors that will impress your guests, whether at a family dinner or a festive potluck.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup cooked bacon bits
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Blanch in boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove from heat and crumble.
- In a large bowl, combine blanched broccoli, crumbled bacon, cranberries, almonds, and red onion. Toss gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blanching/Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg