Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 4 cups broccoli florets (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 2 cups red seedless grapes (cut in half)
  • 3/4 cup pecans (roughly chopped)
  • 1/2 cup red onion (chopped)
  • 12 ounces bacon (cooked and chopped)
  • 1/2 cup cheddar or Mozzarella (cut into small cubes)
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries or dates
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 Cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/4--1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instruction

  •  In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, orange juice, sugar, apple cider vinegar, orange zest, Dijon, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  • In a large salad bowl, toss together the broccoli, grapes, pecans, red onions, bacon, cheese, and dates. Toss the salad with half the dressing. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours. Adjust seasoning, adding more salt and pepper and dressing as needed. Serve