Broccoli Cranberry Salad
Broccoli Cranberry Salad pairs crisp broccoli with sweet-tart cranberries, smoky bacon, and toasty sunflower seeds, all coated in a tangy mayonnaise dressing. Each bite balances crunch and brightness with a savory finish, ideal for picnics, potlucks, or make-ahead lunches. It’s a lively side dish that holds up well and tastes even better after a short chill.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Broccoli Cranberry Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 18 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 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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- 51
- Heart Health
- 82
- Metabolic
- 49
- Digestive
- 63
- Inflammatory
- 50
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar. Refrigerate until needed.
- 2
Make salad: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble it and set aside.
- 3
In a large serving bowl, combine broccoli, onion, sunflower seeds, and cranberries. Add the crumbled bacon and drizzle with the dressing; toss until well combined.
- Calories 322.18 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 7.96 g Moderate 16%
- Carbohydrate 26.49 g 10%
- Total Fat 22.7 g High 29%
- Saturated Fat 3.39 g Moderate 17%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 12.25 mg Low Source 4%
- Sodium 272.61 mg Moderate 12%
- Dietary Fiber 7.04 g Good Source 25%
- Total Sugars 12.45 g --
- Added Sugars 0.29 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 117.56 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 2.0 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 776.25 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin A 72.45 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 203.55 mg Good Source 226%
- Vitamin D 0.06 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Broccoli Cranberry Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Broccoli, Dried Cranberry, and Mayonnaise. Each serving provides about 322.18 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Broccoli Cranberry Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish or lunch or salad.
- What is Broccoli Cranberry Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Broccoli, Dried Cranberry, Mayonnaise, Red Onion. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Broccoli Cranberry Salad?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 322.18 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Broccoli Cranberry Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Broccoli Cranberry Salad healthy?
- Broccoli Cranberry Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 322.18 calories and 7.96 g of protein, or 16% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 272.61 mg (12% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.39 g (17% of the Daily Value). It contains 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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