Cranberry Sour Cream Broccoli Salad

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 3

Cranberry Sour Cream Broccoli Salad recipe

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

420

Sugar

11g

Fat

34g

Cranberry Sour Cream Broccoli Salad is a refreshing and tasty salad that packs a lot of flavor and nutrition into one bowl. This salad is made with fresh broccoli, crispy bacon, crunchy pistachios, and sweet tangy cranberries, all tossed together with a creamy cranberry sauce and sour cream dressing that adds the perfect touch of tanginess to this dish. This salad is perfect for those who want something healthy and delicious that can be whipped up easily on a busy weeknight or served as a side dish or light lunch. It's perfect for summer barbecues and potlucks, or as a simple side dish with a sandwich or grilled meat.

Instructions

1.	Wash and cut the broccoli into small pieces.
2.	Fry the bacon in a skillet until crispy, then crumble it into pieces.
3.	Toast the pistachios in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, then roughly chop them.
4.	In a large mixing bowl, mix together the broccoli, bacon, pistachios, and craisins.
5.	In a separate bowl, mix together the cranberry sauce and sour cream until smooth.
6.	Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well.
7.	Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

This salad is a delicious way to eat your greens, with a tangy and slightly sweet dressing that complements the broccoli perfectly.

It’s easy to make and can be served as a side dish or a light lunch.

CONS

This salad is high in fat and calories due to the bacon, sour cream, and pistachios.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Broccoli is low in calories and high in fiber and vitamin C, making it an excellent choice for weight loss and immune system support.
Cranberries are also high in antioxidants and have been linked to improved urinary tract health and reduced inflammation.

	500 g broccoli
	4 slices bacon
	1/2 cup pistachios
	1/3 cup craisins
	1/4 cup cranberry sauce
	1/2 cup sour cream
	salt and pepper