The BEST Broccoli Cranberry Salad is just minutes away from being enjoyed. Whip up this mouthwatering broccoli salad, sweetened with cranberries.
Broccoli Cranberry Salad Recipe
I love everything about this Broccoli Salad. To me, this combination of broccoli and cranberries is perfection. This creamy broccoli salad will remind you of warm spring and summer days, even when you eat it in the winter.
It is pretty amazing when food is so powerful it can drum up those warm and fuzzy memories! Have you tried broccoli salad before? If not, I am so excited that you are going to try it!
Need another easy side dish salad idea? Check out my dairy-free Mexican Macaroni salad next.
There are so many versions of this salad. You might have googled cheddar broccoli pasta salad, but there is not any pasta in this one!
But that’s a great idea. I might have to try that one day!
Any meat eaters in the house?
I heard that this cheddar broccoli salad is great topped with bacon. I mean, this vegetarian can not vouch for that, but that is what I’ve heard!
INGREDIENTS IN BROCCOLI CRANBERRY SALAD
Broccoli – Chop your broccoli into small florets to make this salad, so that it’s easy to eat.
Cheddar – I like a nice sharp cheese for this, cut into small cubes.
Dried Cranberries – These things are so tangy and sweet, a perfect pairing with the broccoli and cheese.
Red Onion – I love the bright, fresh bite that red onion adds.
If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you ASAP!
HOW TO MAKE BROCCOLI CRANBERRY SALAD.
- In a large bowl combine, broccoli, onion, cheddar and cranberries.
- In a smaller bowl combine mayo, ACV and sugar. Whisk to combine and add to broccoli mixture.
- Stir well to incorporate all of the ingredients.
- Chill for 45 minutes, stir again and serve! ENJOY!
Health Benefits of Broccoli
Broccoli is just simply delicious. Broccoli is part of the cruciferous vegetable family. So we are talking about cauliflower, brussels, kale and cabbage.
If you take a look at one cup of broccoli, you will find 100% of your daily needs for vitamins C and K! Needing some vitamin A, folate and potassium? Broccoli has got you covered there too!
Broccoli Salad Dressing
The dressing of this broccoli cheddar salad is pretty easy to make and it tastes pretty amazing! I think you will be impressed! Just one taste and you will agree!
I made it with mayo, apple cider vinegar, and sugar. I like using it on other salads and even as a spread for sandwiches too.
Give it a stir and you are almost ready to enjoy! I hope you are getting hungry!
More Salad Recipes
If you are a salad lover, you should check out some of our other salad recipes! We have a delicious Mediterranean Quinoa Salad, or for something a little different, try our Watermelon Basil Salad!
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Broccoli Cranberry Salad
The BEST Broccoli Cranberry Salad is just minutes away from being enjoyed. Whip together this mouthwatering broccoli salad that is sweetened with cranberries.
Instructions
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Fill a small bowl with water and soak red onions for 5 minutes. This will take some of the “bite”out of the onion! Then drain water.
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In a large bowl, combine broccoli, onion, cheddar, and cranberries.
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In a smaller bowl combine mayo, ACV and sugar. Whisk to combine and add to broccoli mixture. Stir well.
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Chill for 45 minutes, stir again and serve! ENJOY!
Nutrition
Calories: 630kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 10gFat: 51gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 53mgSodium: 562mgPotassium: 355mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 885IUVitamin C: 82.7mgCalcium: 256mgIron: 1.1mg
Key Takeaways
- The Broccoli Cranberry Salad is quick to make and combines broccoli with sweet cranberries for a delightful taste.
- Ingredients include broccoli, cheddar cheese, dried cranberries, and red onion, all chopped for easy eating.
- Mix the dressing using mayo, apple cider vinegar, and sugar for an amazing flavor that enhances the salad.
- Broccoli packs a nutritional punch, providing vitamins C and K, along with folate and potassium.
- Explore other delicious salad recipes like Mediterranean Quinoa Salad and Watermelon Basil Salad for more variety.
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