Description
Looking for the best broccoli salad recipe? This one is quick, easy, and full of fresh flavor perfect for summer gatherings or meal prep! Whether you’re after a healthy lunch idea or a simple side dish, this salad delivers every time. Great for picnics, barbecues, and weeknight dinners. Save this easy broccoli salad with honey dijon dressing for your next meal!
Ingredients
- 5 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 6 slices cooked bacon crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop broccoli into bite-sized florets and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble it into pieces.
- Add bacon, shredded cheddar, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds to the broccoli.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss to coat.
- Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add chopped celery.
- Swap half the olive oil for Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Make up to a day in advance for convenience.
- Use fresh broccoli for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American