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Broccoli Salad

Delicious Broccoli Salad with Sweet Cranberries and Crunch

This Broccoli Salad is a nutritious, crowd-pleasing dish that combines fresh broccoli with bacon and cranberries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 23 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 cups Broccoli Florets Choose organic to minimize pesticides.
  • 6 slices Bacon Bits Cook until crispy to maximize texture.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Diced; try scallions for a milder taste.
  • 1/2 cup Sunflower Seeds Substitute with slivered almonds for a nutty flair.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Dried cherries could also work beautifully.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Swap with vegan mayo for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt More mayo can be used if preferred.
  • 3 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon juice makes a tasty alternative.
  • 1.5 tablespoons Sugar Adjust to your preference for sweetness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash broccoli florets thoroughly under cold water and pat dry. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat for about 8 minutes until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then crumble.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, and sugar until smooth.
  4. Combine crumbled bacon, red onion, sunflower seeds, and dried cranberries with the chopped broccoli.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently fold to coat all ingredients without mashing the broccoli.
  6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerating the broccoli salad for at least an hour enhances the flavors. Ensure broccoli is dry before mixing to avoid a soggy texture.

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