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Broccoli salad with creamy dressing, cheddar cheese, red onion, and sunflower seeds in white bowl

Copycat Broccoli Salad

This chicken salad chick broccoli salad recipe combines crunchy broccoli florets with a creamy dressing and savory mix-ins for a restaurant-style side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cup Broccoli florets, cut into small bite-size pieces
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup Red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Method
 

  1. Whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add broccoli florets, shredded cheddar cheese, red onion, and sunflower seeds to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and the broccoli to soften slightly.
  4. Toss again before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.