Description
Looking for a crowd-pleasing dish that combines flavor and nutrition? This Broccoli Salad with Turkey Bacon is your answer! Packed with crispy turkey bacon, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy sunflower seeds, this salad makes an excellent side for summer barbecues or holiday feasts. The creamy dressing ties all the ingredients together, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Simple to prepare in just 20 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or even as a light lunch. Plus, it’s easy to customize based on your preferences, making it a go-to favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–11 strips cooked turkey bacon
- 2 heads broccoli (about 1 and 1/2 pounds or 5–6 cups)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup roasted and salted sunflower seeds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- Dressing: Miracle Whip or mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, dry mustard, cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon until crispy (baking is recommended). Chop into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients: Miracle Whip or mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, dry mustard, and cayenne pepper.
- Chop broccoli into small florets and add to the dressing along with dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, cheddar cheese, red onion, and most of the turkey bacon (reserve some for topping).
- Gently stir until well combined. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg