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Broccoli Salad

Ultimate Broccoli Salad with Crispy Bacon and Almonds

This Broccoli Salad features crunchy vegetables, crispy bacon, and a creamy mayo dressing, making it a delightful side dish for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar can substitute with honey or agave syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar can substitute with white vinegar
  • 1 dash Fresh Ground Black Pepper cayenne pepper can be added for heat
Salad
  • 4 cups Broccoli Florets can use blanched broccoli for a softer texture
  • 6 strips Crispy Cooked Bacon can use turkey bacon as a leaner alternative
  • 1 half Chopped Red Onion can substitute with shallots for milder flavor
  • 1 cup Sweetened Dried Cranberries can substitute with raisins or chopped apples
  • 1 cup Sliced Almonds can substitute with pecans or walnuts

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • large spoon
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, and a dash of fresh ground black pepper until smooth.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups of fresh broccoli florets, 6 strips of crispy cooked bacon (crumbled), half a chopped red onion, 1 cup of sweetened dried cranberries, and 1 cup of sliced almonds. Toss gently to blend.
  3. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the combined salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for 1 to 2 hours.
  5. Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the salad for optimal flavor. Adjust sweetness and seasonings to taste.

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