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Broccoli Salad

Broccoli Salad with Turkey Bacon: A Deliciously Fresh Twist

This Broccoli Salad is a deliciously fresh twist that combines crunchy vegetables and flavorful dressing for a perfect side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 6 cups
Calories 291 kcal

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

Vegetables and Add-ins

  • 5-6 cups broccoli florets about 2 ½ heads of broccoli (450g)
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese thicker, not finely shredded (115g)
  • ⅔ cup dried cranberries (85g)
  • ½ cup crumbled bacon (60g)
  • ½ cup salted sunflower seeds (60g)
  • ⅓ cup red onion diced into small pieces (50g)

Dressing

  • ¾ cup mayo olive oil mayo (175g)
  • ¼ cup sour cream (70g)
  • 1 ½ Tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 3 Tablespoons sugar (40g)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Combine broccoli florets, cheddar cheese, dried cranberries, bacon, sunflower seeds, and onion in a large bowl.
  • In a separate, small bowl, whisk together mayo, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth and well-combined.
  • Pour dressing over broccoli combination and toss or stir well.
  • Broccoli salad may be served immediately, but for best flavor refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. Make sure to toss broccoli salad thoroughly again before serving.
  • Keep refrigerated if not consuming right away.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 291kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 8gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 617mgPotassium: 92mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 4.1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.7mg
Keyword Broccoli Salad, healthy salad, quick recipe, Side Dish, turkey bacon, Vegetable Salad
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