Paula Deen's Broccoli Salad
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5
Paula Deen's Broccoli Salad
Description
This salad combines fresh broccoli florets with juicy cherry tomatoes and cubes of sharp cheddar cheese to provide varied textures. Raisins add a sweet chewiness, while diced red onions contribute sharpness. Crispy cooked bacon pieces bring a smoky, salty element that complements the other ingredients. The dressing is a blend of mayonnaise, granulated sugar, and white vinegar, providing creaminess with a slight tang and sweetness that ties the salad together.
The ingredients are combined and allowed to chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to let the flavors meld and the dressing to firm up slightly. This salad can be served cold as a hearty side at barbecues, potlucks, or casual meals. The mixture of fresh vegetables with bacon and cheese makes it particularly filling.
Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and are best consumed within five days to maintain freshness and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 broccoli cut into bite size pieces, head
- ½ cup cherry tomato cut in half
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese cut into small pieces
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ Cup red onions diced
- 8 Bacon cooked and crumbled, sliced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 Tablespoons white vinegar
Instructions
- Add the broccoli, tomatoes, cheese, raisins, onions and bacon to a large mixing bowl. Gently stir to combine the ingredients.
- In a separate small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar.
- Pour the dressing mixture over the broccoli mixture. Stir to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
- Serve cold and enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days to preserve freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 481 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 481kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14g | 82% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 55mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 538mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 421mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 830IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 71mg | 79% |
| Calcium | 246mg | 25% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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