Description
Broccoli Salad with Turkey Bacon is a fresh and flavorful dish that brings together crisp broccoli, savory turkey bacon, sweet cranberries, and creamy dressing for a delightful combination that everyone will love. This easy-to-make salad is not only perfect for summer barbecues but also makes a fantastic addition to holiday gatherings or potlucks. With a mix of textures and vibrant colors, it’s sure to impress your guests while providing nutritious benefits from its wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–11 strips turkey bacon
- 2 heads broccoli (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1 and 1/4 cups Miracle Whip or mayonnaise
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons white apple vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 and 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cook turkey bacon on a baking sheet for about 15 minutes until crispy; set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients: Miracle Whip or mayonnaise, lemon zest and juice, vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, dry mustard, and cayenne.
- Chop broccoli into small florets and add to the bowl along with cranberries, sunflower seeds, cheese, and most of the turkey bacon. Gently stir until well combined.
- Chill for at least 20 minutes before serving or serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg