Bodacious Broccoli Salad

Bodacious Broccoli Salad

This broccoli salad is a delicious combination of fresh crunchy broccoli, crispy bacon, red onion, and Cheddar cheese with a deliciously creamy and tangy dressing. This salad is requested at every family gathering. Be sure to have copies of the recipe on hand, as everyone will ask for it!

Ingredients :

• 8 slices bacon
• 2 heads fresh broccoli, chopped
• 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• ½ large red onion, chopped
• ⅔ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• ⅛ cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper or to taste
• 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Directions

1. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until crisp and evenly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and crumble when cool enough to handle.
2. Combine bacon, broccoli, cheese, and onion in a large salad bowl.
3. Whisk mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, sugar, pepper, salt, and lemon juice together in a small bowl until well combined.
4. Pour over salad and toss well until broccoli is coated.
5. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.