Broccoli Salad

We originally got this recipe from the Colorado Dietetic Association's "Simply Colorado" cookbook.

3 c. broccoli flowerets
1/2 c. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 c. red onion, sliced or chopped
3 Tbsp. bacon bits
Can also add:  raisins, nuts or sunflower seeds, some recipes use grape halves instead of raisins

Dressing:
3/4 c. mayonnaise
3 Tbsp sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp vinegar

Combine salad ingredients.  Mix mayonnaise and sugar then stir in vinegar.  Toss dressing onto salad, mix, chill and serve.  This yields 3 cups, so we obviously always make more.

The nutrition analysis without raisins or nuts/seeds, using reduced-fat cheese and fat-free mayo is 101 kcal, 2.4 gm fat and 441 mg sodium for 1/2 cup serving.