Healthy Broccoli Bacon Salad
This Healthy Broccoli Bacon Salad is a vibrant and nutritious twist on a classic favorite, offering the perfect balance of flavor and crunch. Packed with crisp broccoli florets, smoky turkey bacon, sweet dried cranberries, and nutty sunflower seeds, every bite is a delightful medley of textures. The creamy dressing, made with Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey, adds a tangy sweetness while keeping it lighter than traditional recipes. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes, this salad is a great make-ahead option as the flavors deepen while chilling. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or as a wholesome accompaniment to any meal, this salad brings together health and indulgence in the most satisfying way.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 6 slices Turkey bacon
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise (preferably light)
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the broccoli by cutting it into small bite-sized florets. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
Cook the turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool. Once cooled, crumble it into small pieces.
Finely dice the red onion. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, crumbled turkey bacon, diced red onion, dried cranberries, and sunflower seeds.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1080 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.6 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 3184 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.8 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.4 g | ||
| Protein | 48.0 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1024 mg | 22% | |
*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.
