Start by blanching the fresh broccoli florets briefly in boiling water, then transfer them to an ice bath to retain their vibrant color and crispness
Cook and crumble the bacon until it's crispy and adds a savory crunch to your salad.
Finely chop the red onion, shred the cheddar cheese, and gather the sunflower seeds and dried cranberries.
In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to create a creamy dressing.
In a large bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, chopped red onion, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese
Pour the creamy dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together until well coated.
Cover your Make-Ahead Broccoli Salad and refrigerate it to let the flavors meld. When it's party time