Classic Broccoli Salad
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Classic Broccoli Salad
Description
Classic Broccoli Salad features bite-sized broccoli florets mixed with diced red onion, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and crumbled goat cheese. The bacon is baked until crisp, then cooled and crumbled over the salad for added crunch and a smoky flavor. A dressing made from mayonnaise and plain yogurt is stirred together and tossed with all the ingredients to evenly coat the salad, providing a creamy texture that binds the flavors.
The salad's combination of fresh and crunchy elements alongside the creamy dressing creates a balanced and satisfying dish. The cranberries offer a tart contrast to the richness of the bacon and goat cheese, while the sunflower seeds add a nutty note. It works well as a side dish for grilled meats or picnic fare.
For best results, broccoli florets should be cut into small, bite-size pieces for easy eating. The bacon must be cooled before crumbling to retain its crispness. The dressing blends mayonnaise and plain yogurt for a mild tang that complements the other salad ingredients.
Broccoli stems can be spiralized separately to add to the salad or used in other preparations, providing a useful way to utilize the whole vegetable without waste.
Ingredients
Broccoli Salad
- 8 lices Bacon
- 5 cups broccoli floret from 1 large head of broccoli
- ⅓ cup red onion diced
- ½ cup cranberries dried, unsweetened
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup goat cheese crumbled
Broccoli Salad Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup PLAIN yogurt
Instructions
- Cook the bacon. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Add the bacon slices to a parchment-lined baking tray and cook for 15 to 18 minutes, or until crispy. Remove the bacon from the oven and transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to dry and cool.
- Add everything to a mixing bowl. Add the broccoli, red onion, cranberries, sunflower seeds, and goat cheese to a large mixing bowl. When the bacon is cool to the touch, crumble it on top.
- Make the dressing. Add the mayonnaise and yogurt to a small bowl and stir together.
- Toss to combine. Pour the dressing on top of the broccoli salad and toss to combine.
Notes
- Cut broccoli florets into small, bite-sized pieces for easier eating.
- Broccoli stems can be spiralized as a creative use instead of discarding.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 406 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 406kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13g | 76% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 379mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 410mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 609IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 69mg | 77% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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