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Broccoli Salad

Savory Southern Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Cranberries

This irresistible Broccoli Salad combines fresh broccoli, crispy bacon, and sweet cranberries for a delightful side 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: Snacks
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Substitute Greek yogurt for lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Use white vinegar or lemon juice as a substitute.
  • 1 pinch Fresh Ground Black Pepper Use white pepper for a milder taste.
For the Salad
  • 4 cups Broccoli Florets Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 4 slices Crispy Bacon Cooked until crispy.
  • ¼ cup Chopped Red Onion Substitute green onions for milder flavor.
  • ½ cup Sweetened Dried Cranberries Feel free to use dried cherries or raisins.
  • ⅓ cup Sliced Almonds Nut-free option: use sunflower seeds.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. Wash and trim the broccoli florets. Cook bacon until crispy, then chop it into bits. Finely chop the red onion.
  3. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, bacon, red onion, cranberries, and almonds. Gently toss.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and fold it in gently.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 to 2 hours.
  6. Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss to redistribute the dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill the salad for a few hours before serving to enhance flavors. Ensure uniform cuts of broccoli for even dressing distribution.

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