Description
Classic Broccoli Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines fresh broccoli, crispy turkey bacon, tangy cranberries, and a creamy dressing. This salad is perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to potlucks—offering a delightful mix of flavors and textures that everyone will love. It’s quick to make, taking just 20 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for busy days. Packed with nutrients from broccoli and healthy fats from sunflower seeds, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also contributes to your overall health. Customize it with your favorite nuts or fruits for a personal touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices turkey bacon
- 5 cups broccoli florets
- ⅓ cup diced red onion
- ½ cup dried unsweetened cranberries
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup plain yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cook the turkey bacon on a parchment-lined baking tray for 15-18 minutes until crispy. Let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli florets, diced red onion, cranberries, sunflower seeds, and crumbled goat cheese.
- Crumble the cooled turkey bacon over the salad mixture.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and yogurt until smooth. Pour over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg