Step 1

Cook bacon in a skillet or oven until browned. Let cool. Once cooled, crumble into small pieces.

Step 2

Add broccoli florets, crumbled bacon, chopped onion, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and shredded cheese to a large salad bowl and toss ingredients until combined.

Step 3

Add all sauce ingredients to a small bowl and whisk until fully combined.

Step 4

Pour sauce over broccoli salad and mix until fully combined.

Step 5

For best results, cover salad and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3-4 hours or overnight. The longer it marinates, the better!