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Broccoli Salad

Savory Southern Broccoli Salad with Sweet Crunchy Twist

This Broccoli Salad features a delightful combination of bacon, cranberries, and broccoli for a satisfying crunch and flavor explosion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a lighter substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Can be omitted for a healthier version.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar or lemon juice can be substituted.
  • ¼ teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
Salad
  • 4 cups Broccoli Florets Lightly blanched for a tender twist, if desired.
  • 6 slices Crispy Cooked Bacon Turkey bacon can be used for a lighter option.
  • ½ cup Chopped Red Onion Green onions can be used as a milder substitution.
  • ½ cup Sweetened Dried Cranberries Raisins or dried cherries can be substituted.
  • ¼ cup Sliced Almonds Sunflower seeds or walnuts can be used instead.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • whisk
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together ½ cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, and ¼ teaspoon of fresh ground black pepper until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets, rinsing under cold water and draining any excess. Blanch for 1-2 minutes for a tender texture if preferred.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F, arrange bacon on a baking sheet, and bake for 15-17 minutes. Allow to cool before chopping.
  4. Combine broccoli, bacon, red onion, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds in a large bowl and mix gently.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the mixture, toss gently to coat, and chill for 1-2 hours before serving.
  6. Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss again to mix everything well.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving for best flavor.

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