The Best Broccoli Salad

 

This broccoli salad is based off my mom's recipe with a few extras added.  It is a crowd-pleaser, especially in the summertime.  It goes well with fried seafood, steaks, chicken, or just about anything really.  

Ingredients:

4 cups broccoli florets chopped small

3.5 oz bag pecans and cranberries salad topper (usually in salad dressing area)

4-5 strips bacon cooked and crumbled or 3.5 oz bag bacon pieces

1 cup shredded cheddar

1/2 red onion diced

1/2 red pepper diced (optional)

1 cup mayo

1 cup Ranch dressing (I like Trader Joe's Dill Ranch)

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

 

Preparation:

Chop broccoli into small pieces

Mix broccoli, red onion, pecans & cranberries, cheese, and onion together.

In a separate bowl, mix together the dressing ingredients.

Pour dressing over the broccoli mix and mix well. 

Refrigerate until ready to serve.