Bodacious Broccoli Salad
Bodacious Broccoli Salad pairs crunchy raw broccoli with smoky bacon, sharp Cheddar, and red onion, all coated in a tangy, lightly sweet dressing. The mayo, red wine vinegar, and a splash of lemon create a lively balance that highlights the vegetables and savory bits. Ideal for potlucks or make-ahead lunches, it stays crisp and flavorful after chilling.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Gather all ingredients.
- 2
Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet and cook over medium-high heat until crisp and evenly browned, 8 to 10 minutes; transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and crumble when cool enough to handle.
- 3
Combine the bacon, broccoli, cheese, and onion in a large salad bowl.
- 4
Whisk the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, sugar, pepper, salt, and lemon juice together in a small bowl until well combined.
- 5
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well until the broccoli is coated.
- 6
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Calories 192.96 kcal Moderate
- Protein 8.26 g Moderate
- Carbs 10.29 g Moderate
- Total Fat 14.0 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 4.39 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 19.57 mg Moderate
- Sodium 250.54 mg Moderate
- Fiber 2.95 g Moderate
- Sugar 4.0 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.13 g Low Source
- Calcium 128.94 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.9 mg Low Source
- Potassium 342.23 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 32.73 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 90.42 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.01 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Bodacious Broccoli Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 12, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Black Pepper, Broccoli, and Lemon Juice. Each serving provides about 192.96 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bodacious Broccoli Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for side dish or salad.
- What is Bodacious Broccoli Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Black Pepper, Broccoli, Lemon Juice, Mayonnaise. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bodacious 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 192.96 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bodacious Broccoli Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 6 steps.
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