Creamy Broccoli Bacon Salad
Description
This crunchy, creamy, and savory Creamy Broccoli Bacon Salad will liven up your family table! This popular recipe is the perfect make-ahead side for your favorite meals, with fresh broccoli florets, crisp red cabbage, smoky bacon chunks, and cheddar cheese cubes combined in a thick, velvety sauce.
Ingredients
- Four cups of fresh broccoli florets, chopped into small pieces
- One cup of shredded red cabbage
- Half a cup of cubed or shredded cheddar cheese
- Six pieces of crispy, crumbled bacon
- One-third cup mayonnaise
- Apple cider vinegar, one tablespoon
- One spoonful of honey or sugar
- To taste, add salt and black pepper.
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a large bowl, combine the fresh broccoli florets, shredded red cabbage, cheddar cheese cubes, and crumbled bacon.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar or honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Toss to Combine: Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together. Enjoy!