Broccoli-cheese Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
24%
Broccoli-cheese Salad
20 min.
6
700kcal

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Looking for a delicious and versatile dish that can serve as a side, lunch, main course, or main dish? Look no further than this mouthwatering Broccoli-Cheese Salad! Not only is this recipe gluten-free, but it's also ready in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for any occasion. With a generous serving size of 6, you can enjoy this tasty creation without worrying about leftovers.

Packed with an array of nutritious ingredients, this salad boasts a caloric breakdown of 700 kcal per serving, with protein making up 9.12%, fat at 62.06%, and carbs at 28.82%. It's the ideal balance of flavors and nutrients to satisfy your cravings and keep you fueled.

To make this delectable dish, you'll need a mix of chopped broccoli, cauliflower, shredded cheddar cheese, a chopped purple onion, bacon bits, golden raisins, chopped walnuts, and chopped Red Delicious apples. The dressing is a simple yet flavorful combination of mayonnaise and sugar, with apple cider vinegar added for a tangy twist.

Prepare this delightful Broccoli-Cheese Salad by combining all the ingredients in a large salad bowl, then mix the dressing and let it sit for 15 minutes before pouring it over the salad. Toss everything together, and refrigerate for several hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together, creating a truly unforgettable culinary experience.

Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or looking for a new lunch staple, this Broccoli-Cheese Salad is sure to impress your family and friends. Give it a try and discover a new favorite recipe that's both delicious and nutritious!

Ingredients

  • bunch broccoli chopped
  • head cauliflower chopped
  • cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • medium onion chopped
  • 0.3 cup bacon bits 
  • cup golden raisins 
  • cup walnuts chopped
  • cups delicious apples red chopped
  • cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup apple cider vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Combine broccoli, cauliflower, cheese, onion, bacon bits, raisins, walnuts and apple in a large salad bowl.
  2. Combine the mayonnaise and sugar in a small bowl; let sit for 15 minutes for the sugar to dissolve.
  3. Add in the vinegar; stir well to combine.
  4. Pour over the salad ingredients and toss to mix well.
  5. Refrigerate for several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories700kcal
Protein9.12%
Fat62.06%
Carbs28.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
64.46
Glycemic Load
20.82
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
28.680434766023%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.18mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.54mg
Epigallocatechin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
3.14mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.95mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
9.12mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
9.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:699.73kcal
34.99%
Fat:50.47g
77.64%
Saturated Fat:9.88g
61.72%
Carbohydrates:52.73g
17.58%
Net Carbohydrates:43.59g
15.85%
Sugar:32.11g
35.68%
Cholesterol:34.51mg
11.5%
Sodium:601.93mg
26.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.69g
33.38%
Vitamin K:181.88µg
173.22%
Vitamin C:141.07mg
170.99%
Manganese:1.17mg
58.47%
Folate:161.37µg
40.34%
Fiber:9.14g
36.57%
Phosphorus:330.49mg
33.05%
Vitamin B6:0.6mg
29.97%
Copper:0.57mg
28.55%
Potassium:988.08mg
28.23%
Calcium:254.22mg
25.42%
Magnesium:94.16mg
23.54%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.52%
Vitamin E:3.16mg
21.05%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.14%
Vitamin A:871.05IU
17.42%
Selenium:11.3µg
16.15%
Zinc:2.34mg
15.59%
Vitamin B5:1.55mg
15.55%
Iron:2.43mg
13.52%
Vitamin B3:1.85mg
9.27%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6.05%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.25%
Source:Food.com