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Best Broccoli Salad

Best Broccoli Salad with Crispy Bacon and Sweet Cranberries

Discover the best Broccoli Salad featuring crispy bacon and sweet cranberries, a colorful and easy-to-make dish perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter twist
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar adjust based on taste
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar white vinegar is a fine substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper for best flavor
Salad
  • 4 cups Broccoli Florets cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 slices Crispy Cooked Bacon turkey bacon works for a lighter option
  • 1 small Chopped Red Onion or substitute with green onions
  • ½ cup Sweetened Dried Cranberries raisins or diced fresh apples can swap in
  • ½ cup Sliced Almonds consider sunflower seeds for a nut-free alternative

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper until smooth.
  2. Chop the broccoli florets, dice the bacon, and finely chop a red onion, aiming for uniform sizes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, bacon, onions, cranberries, and almonds. Gently toss to distribute ingredients.
  4. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients.
  5. Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  6. Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss to redistribute the dressing and ingredients.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill for best flavor and toss again before serving for optimal freshness.

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