Broccoli Salad
This salad is all about the perfect combination of flavors and textures! Crisp, crunchy broccoli, savory and salty bites, a touch of sweetness, and a creamy, tangy dressing that brings it all together. Every forkful is a delicious mix of sweet, salty, crunchy, and creamy!
A perfect side dish for just about any meal! I like to have it by itself for lunch!
Ingredients
- Salad:
- 6 cups small broccoli florets
- 1 cup unsweetened cranberries (you can also use unsweetened raisins)
- 1 pound of ham, diced or 1 package of bacon, cooked & crumbled
- 1 cup sunflower seeds, roasted and unsalted
- 1/2 small red onion, diced
- 1 cup of cheese, your choice. Depending on my mood, I used shredded cheddar, crumbled feta or crumbled goat cheese
- Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- 2 Tbs white vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Combine all of the salad ingredients in a large bowl.
- Combine all of the dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad and mix together.