Ingredients
- 2 pounds of fresh broccoli, chopped in florets.
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- ¼ to ½ cup ranch dressing
- ¾ cup cooked and chopped bacon
- ½ cup shredded cheddar
- 1 tbsp dry minced onion
Instructions
Cut the broccoli florets and rinse well
In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ranch, bacon, onion and cheddar cheese
Combine the broccoli into the bowl with the sauce and stir well to coat each piece of broccoli.
Notes
There are many options for different variations for this recipe. I have added dried cranberries, sunflower seeds and other available dried fruits.
For the bacon, you could use ‘Bacon Bits’. However, please make sure that the pack you are about to purchase states that it is real bacon, not artificial.
I have also changed up the type of mayonnaise that I use with this dish. I pass on the plain mayonnaise and have chosen to use a brand that has olive oil in it.
Finally, the broccoli salad can be served immediately. I make it ahead and let it sit in the refrigerator overnight.
The flavors of each ingredient meld together and make each other taste even better. Especially when you add in the dried fruit such as the cranberries.