Deli Style Broccoli Salad
Description
Although this salad is great for picnics and summer gatherings, don't limit it to summer months and warm weather. it's a great dish to take along to holiday dinners and parties. It needing a vegetarian dish, simply omit the bacon.
Ingredients
8 c. small broccoli florets or pieces
1/2 c. mayonnaise
1/2 c. sour cream
3 T. white vinegar
3 T. sugar
1/2 t. salt
1/4 t. pepper
1/2 c. salted sunflower seeds
3/4 c. dried sweetened cranberries
1/3 c. finely chopped red onion
1/2 c. crumbled bacon from about 6 pieces, cooked
Directions
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In a pot of boiling water, blanch the broccoli for 1 minute; drain; immediately place broccoli into an ice bath to stop the cooking. When cooled down, drain while preparing the salad.
Dressing;
Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper to a small bowl; stir to combine.
When the broccoli is well drained and no longer wet, place in a large bowl. Add the dressing, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, onion and bacon; stir to combine; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Serve immediately.
8-10 servings.
Tips:
You could also add things like grated carrots, crumbled feta or cheddar cheese, if desired.
If making this salad in advance, prepare the salad but don't add the dressing until ready to serve.