Creamy Bacon Broccoli Salad Recipe with Cheddar
The ultimate side dish for your next BBQ, this Creamy Bacon Broccoli Salad Recipe with Cheddar is loaded with fresh broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese and crispy bacon, all tossed in simple tangy dressing. With only 6 ingredients, this salad is super easy to throw together!
Equipment
- Food Processor
Ingredients
- 2 lbs
chopped fresh broccoli florets and ground stalks (in food processor)
- 12 oz bacon, chopped
- 3.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Dressing
- 1 cup mayonaise
- ¼ cup white vinegar, plus 1 tbsp
- 2 tablespoon sugar, plus 1 tsp
Instructions
- Chop bacon into ¼” pieces and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until crisp-around 15 minutes. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. 2. While the bacon cooks, separate broccoli florets from stalks. Chop broccoli florets into small, bite size pieces. Cut stalks up into roughly 1” pieces, transfer stalks to a food processor and pulse until all pieces are finely chopped. Transfer all broccoli to a large mixing bowl. 3. Combine all dressing ingredients in a medium mixing bowl or 2 cup liquid measure with a wire whisk until well incorporated. Transfer to the bowl with the broccoli. 4. Add bacon and shredded cheese to the bowl with the broccoli and dressing, and toss all ingredients until all broccoli is well coated. Serve immediately, or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate up to 3 days.