Description
This vibrant and flavorful Broccoli Salad is a perfect blend of crunchy broccoli florets, sweet dried cranberries, and savory turkey bacon, all brought together with a creamy honey and apple cider vinegar dressing. Easy to make and packed with nutrients, it’s a refreshing side dish ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a healthy addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped into bite size pieces
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon, crumbled
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Broccoli and Veggies: Wash and chop the broccoli into small, bite-sized florets and place them in a large mixing bowl. Add the finely diced red onion, shredded carrots, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and crumbled turkey bacon to the bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss well to ensure every ingredient is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, toss the salad again to redistribute the dressing and ingredients evenly.
Notes
- For a lighter version, replace half of the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.
- Chopped almonds or pecans can be substituted for sunflower seeds to add extra crunch and flavor.
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to two days without losing freshness.
