Description
Discover the delightful Classic Turkey Bacon Broccoli Salad, a fresh and flavorful dish that’s ideal for potlucks, picnics, or as a vibrant side to any meal. This salad features crisp broccoli florets, sweet raisins, and savory turkey bacon, all harmoniously combined with a creamy dressing. The beauty of this dish lies in its ability to develop richer flavors when chilled overnight, making it a perfect make-ahead option for busy days. Enjoy the medley of textures and tastes that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/3 cup salted sunflower seeds, hulled
- 1/2 pound turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4–1/3 cup white sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons white vinegar
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, red onion, raisins, sunflower seeds, and crumbled turkey bacon.
- In another bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and stir until everything is well-coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour; overnight chilling enhances flavor.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg