Alyson's Broccoli Salad
Crisp broccoli and red onion are tossed with juicy raisins and toasted sunflower seeds, then finished with smoky bacon for contrast. A tangy, slightly sweet dressing ties it all together, making Alyson's Broccoli Salad a bright, textural side perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a fresh lunch plate.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Alyson's Broccoli Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 44 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 44 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 31
- Heart Health
- 79
- Metabolic
- 46
- Digestive
- 63
- Inflammatory
- 45
- Performance
- 31
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet.
- 2
Cook over medium-high heat until it is evenly browned.
- 3
Drain, crumble, and set aside.
- 4
In a medium bowl, mix the broccoli, onion, and raisins.
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, sugar, and mayonnaise together.
- 6
Pour the mixture over the broccoli mixture and toss until evenly combined.
- 7
Refrigerate for at least two hours.
- 8
Before serving, toss the salad with the crumbled bacon and sunflower seeds.
- Calories 552.19 kcal High 28%
- Protein 16.1 g Good Source 32%
- Carbohydrate 28.18 g 10%
- Total Fat 44.22 g High 57%
- Saturated Fat 7.18 g High 36%
- Trans Fat 0.04 g High --
- Cholesterol 25.32 mg Moderate 8%
- Sodium 511.36 mg High 22%
- Dietary Fiber 6.65 g Good Source 24%
- Total Sugars 15.01 g --
- Added Sugars 0.37 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 84.02 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 2.43 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 572.91 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 33.63 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 90.74 mg Good Source 101%
- Vitamin D 0.07 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Alyson's Broccoli Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Broccoli, Mayonnaise, and Raisin. Each serving provides about 552.19 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Alyson's Broccoli Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
- What is Alyson's Broccoli Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Broccoli, Mayonnaise, Raisin, Red Onion. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Alyson's Broccoli Salad?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 552.19 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Alyson's Broccoli Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Alyson's Broccoli Salad healthy?
- Alyson's Broccoli Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 34/100. Per serving, it provides 552.19 calories and 16.1 g of protein, or 32% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 511.36 mg (22% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 7.18 g (36% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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