Joy's Broccoli N Bacon

Elevate your salad game with "Joy's Broccoli N Bacon," a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, or an easy side dish. This recipe combines crisp-tender blanched broccoli florets with the irresistible crunch of crumbled bacon, sweet bursts of raisins, nutty sunflower seeds, and sharp shredded cheddar cheese. Tossed in a creamy homemade dressing with a tangy twist of apple cider vinegar and a touch of sweetness, every bite is a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and smoky goodness. Ready in just 25 minutes and packed with texture, this broccoli bacon salad is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that'll have everyone asking for seconds. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a versatile dish that shines in any setting!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 6 slices bacon
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup raisins
• 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Blanch the broccoli florets for 1-2 minutes until bright green but still crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain thoroughly and pat dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red onion into small strips or dice it finely, depending on your preference.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and set aside.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, crumbled bacon, red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, raisins, and sunflower seeds.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 7

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(786.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1855.1

Total Fat 139.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.8g
Cholesterol 225.7mg	0%
Sodium 2155.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 59.2g
Protein 52.3g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 649.8mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 967.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.1%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 24.0%