Broccoli and Bacon Salad
Broccoli and Bacon Salad pairs crisp broccoli with smoky, salty bacon, crunchy sunflower seeds, and bright green onions, all coated in a tangy-sweet dressing of mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of sugar. It’s refreshing yet hearty, perfect for potlucks, picnics, or make-ahead lunches where texture and contrast shine.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Broccoli and Bacon Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 18 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 57 / 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.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 26
- Heart Health
- 83
- Metabolic
- 47
- Digestive
- 44
- Inflammatory
- 56
- Performance
- 39
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning now and then, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels. Tear the bacon into small pieces.
- 2
Combine the broccoli, bacon, sunflower seeds, and green onions in a bowl.
- 3
Whisk the mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar together in a bowl; pour over the broccoli mixture and toss to coat.
- Calories 471.14 kcal High 24%
- Protein 28.72 g Good Source 57%
- Carbohydrate 22.81 g 8%
- Total Fat 31.9 g High 41%
- Saturated Fat 7.05 g High 35%
- Trans Fat 0.03 g High --
- Cholesterol 32.76 mg Moderate 11%
- Sodium 641.86 mg High 28%
- Dietary Fiber 6.72 g Good Source 24%
- Total Sugars 9.73 g --
- Added Sugars 0.14 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 94.85 mg Low Source 7%
- Iron 2.57 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 619.27 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 47.97 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 135.85 mg Good Source 151%
- Vitamin D 0.03 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Broccoli and Bacon Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Bacon, Broccoli, and Green Onion. Each serving provides about 471.14 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Broccoli and Bacon Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Broccoli and Bacon Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Bacon, Broccoli, Green Onion, Mayonnaise. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Broccoli and Bacon Salad?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 471.14 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Broccoli and Bacon Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Broccoli and Bacon Salad healthy?
- Broccoli and Bacon Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 471.14 calories and 28.72 g of protein, or 57% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 641.86 mg (28% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 7.05 g (35% 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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