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Broccoli Salad

Delicious Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Sweet Dressing

Broccoli Salad combines crunchy vegetables, crispy bacon, and a creamy dressing for an irresistible dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Opt for light mayo to reduce calories.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Honey or agave can be used as substitutes.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar may substitute but alters flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to personal spice preference.
Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups Broccoli Florets Raw or blanched for texture.
  • 6 strips Crispy Cooked Bacon Substitute with turkey bacon or omit for vegetarian.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Red Onion Green onions can be a milder substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Sweetened Dried Cranberries Use raisins or dried cherries for variation.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds Consider sunflower seeds or walnuts for a twist.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Skillet
  • spatula
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon of fresh ground black pepper until smooth and creamy.
  2. Chop 4 cups of fresh broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces. Cook 6 strips of bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes, then chop into small pieces.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cooked bacon, 1/2 finely chopped red onion, 1/2 cup of sweetened dried cranberries, and 1/2 cup of sliced almonds. Stir gently.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until well coated.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving. Toss again just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the salad for enhanced flavors and ensure uniform chopping for even dressing distribution.

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