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Creamy Broccoli Salad (Ready in 15 Minutes!)

A crisp, creamy broccoli salad with bacon, cheddar, and sunflower seeds tossed in a light, tangy dressing. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 5 cups broccoli florets finely chopped
  • 0.33 cup red onion finely diced
  • 0.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.33 cup cooked bacon crumbled
  • 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
Dressing
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Place chopped broccoli in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add red onion, cheddar cheese, bacon, and sunflower seeds.
  3. Whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and toss thoroughly.
  5. Chill 10–15 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Add sunflower seeds just before serving if making ahead for extra crunch.