Description
A warm and crunchy twist on the classic broccoli salad, this cheesy casserole is perfect for potlucks, meal prep, or holiday sides.
Ingredients
8 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
⅓ cup diced red onion
½ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup sunflower seeds
½ cup bacon bits
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
¾ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a casserole dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, onion, cranberries, sunflower seeds, bacon, and cheese.
3. Whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to make dressing.
4. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and toss well to coat.
5. Transfer mixture to casserole dish and top with extra cheese.
6. Bake for 15–18 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve warm or allow to cool slightly for a firmer texture.
Notes
You can substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
Add chopped nuts or shredded chicken for extra texture and protein.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: broccoli salad casserole, warm broccoli salad, cheesy broccoli bake