Bodacious Broccoli Salad
At every family gathering, the broccoli salad with bacon and cheese is a sought-after delight. Let this be your upcoming must-have dish! I recommend making this dish at least two hours ahead of serving. Make sure to have extra copies of the recipe available, as it's guaranteed that everyone will inquire about it!
Ingredients
- 8 slices bacon
- 2 heads fresh broccoli, chopped.
- 1 ½ cups sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded.
- ½ large red onion, chopped
- ⅔ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- ⅛ cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until crisp and evenly browned, 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and crumble when cool enough to handle.
- Combine bacon, broccoli, cheese, and onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, sugar, pepper, salt, and lemon juice together in a small bowl; pour over salad and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 273kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 8gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 543mgPotassium: 235mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 153mgIron: 1mg
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