Broccoli Bacon Raisin Salad
Crisp, colorful, and packed with flavor, this Broccoli Bacon Raisin Salad is a delightful combination of textures and tastes that's perfect for any occasion. Fresh broccoli florets are tossed with crunchy sunflower seeds, sweet raisins, savory crumbled bacon, and a pop of red onion, all brought together with a creamy, tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar. Ready in just 15 minutes with a quick chill for enhanced flavor, this salad is a fantastic make-ahead side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Bursting with nutrients and balance, it's a crowd-pleasing choice that hits the sweet, salty, and tangy notes your guests will love. Serve it chilled for a refreshing experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, crumbled bacon, raisins, diced red onion, and sunflower seeds.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad another gentle toss to redistribute the dressing.
Serve chilled as a side dish or light meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.5 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.6 g | 113% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 230 mg | 77% | |
| Sodium | 2120 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.9 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 87.3 g | ||
| Protein | 44.5 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 293 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2708 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
