Broccoli With Cranberries Salad

Sydney Mike's Note:

Another recipe that comes from the 2004 cookbook, The Joy of Cranberries: The Tangy Red Treat that I received from a cookbook swap partner! Preparation time does not include time needed for salad to chill.

• Total Time: 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

FOR THE SALAD

• 5 cups broccoli florets , cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• ½ red onion , thinly sliced
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese , shredded
• 1 cup crumbled cooked bacon
• 1 cup dried sweetened cranberries
• 1 cup sunflower seed , shelled

FOR THE DRESSING

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper , freshly ground

Directions:

1. FOR THE SALAD ~ In a large salad bowl, mix all salad ingredients.
2. FOR THE DRESSING ~ In a small bowl, beat all dressing ingredients with wire whisk until blended.
3. Spoon over salad & toss to mix well.
4. Refrigerate 1 hour before serving, & refrigerate any leftovers.

Reviews

[LARavenscroft]

Very nice salad. I'm not a big fan of raw broccoli, but will eat it in a salad such as this. Loved the dressing but did make it with light mayo and the combination of sweet and salty ingredients. Thanks for posting this Syd. Made as a reward for the winner of 1~2~3 Hits February - Fall in Love with Red Special Tag Game!

[MarraMamba]

a lovely salad! I did use a different dressing because i needed to reduce the fat.

[susie cooks]

Syd I have made this twice before and forgot to rate it. Wonderful salad! It is so easy to put together. I love the combination of flavors. The cranberries and bacon really go well together. The sunflower kernels are a great addition. I know I will be making this a lot because the whole family enjoys it. Thanks!