25 minutes
Ingredients
8 | cups broccoli cut into bite sized pieces |
1/3 | cup red onion diced |
1/2 | cup dried cranberries |
1/4 | cup sunflower seeds |
1/2 | cup bacon bits |
mayonnaise | |
3 | tablespoons cider vinegar |
salt & pepper |
Method
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Step 1
Cut the bacon into small pieces and cook over medium heat just until crisp; drain on paper towels.
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Step 2
Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and blanch until bright green and slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Drain well, run under cold water to stop the cooking, and drain again.
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Step 3
In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, onion,and cranberries. Add the broccoli and toss the coat with the dressing. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
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Step 4
Just before servings, fold in the sunflower kernels and the bacon pieces. Serve immediately.