Classic Broccoli Salad with Bacon
This Classic Broccoli Salad with Bacon is perfect for all your summer picnics. It's mayo-less and a delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors!
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 313kcal
Ingredients
Dressing
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
- 3 Tbsp. light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
Broccoli Salad
- 10 strips bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds
- 7 cups small broccoli florets
- 1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2/3 cup golden raisins
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk all dressing ingredients until well blended. Set aside.
Broccoli Salad
- In a medium skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until just crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside.Clean the skillet and then add the sunflower seeds. Toast the seeds, watching carefully and stirring often, over medium heat until golden, about 4-5 minutes. Let the seeds cool and then place in a large serving bowl.
- Add the bacon, broccoli, red onion, raisins and shredded cheese to the large serving bowl with the toasted sunflower seeds. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated. Place in the refrigerator, covered, to marinate for at least 3 hours, stirring every hour.
Nutrition
Calories: 313kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 257mg | Potassium: 389mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 518IU | Vitamin C: 58mg | Calcium: 129mg | Iron: 1mg