Easy Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Mayo Dressing
Creamy broccoli salad with crispy bacon, red onion, seeds, and a lightly sweetened dressing for a crunchy, savory side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
6 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped small
8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 small red onion, finely diced
1/3 cup sunflower seeds or chopped almonds
1/3 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Chop broccoli into small florets.
- Cook bacon until crisp and crumble.
- Mix mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Toss broccoli with dressing.
- Add onion, seeds, and optional dried fruit.
- Fold in bacon and chill before serving.
Notes
Blanch broccoli for a softer texture if desired. Add bacon just before serving for maximum crispness. Adjust sweetness and vinegar to taste.