Broccoli Salad with Bacon
Broccoli Salad with Bacon blends crisp broccoli florets with smoky, salty bacon, sweet bites of red onion, and a nutty crunch from sunflower seeds. A sweet-tangy mayo dressing ties everything together, making a refreshing side that balances savory and bright flavors. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or summer dinners alongside grilled mains.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 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 and let them cool until easy to handle, 5 to 10 minutes. Crumble.
- 2
Combine the crumbled bacon with the broccoli, sunflower seeds, and red onion in a large bowl.
- 3
Mix the mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar in a separate bowl. Pour over the broccoli mixture and stir to combine. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.
- Calories 420.48 kcal High
- Protein 24.39 g Good Source
- Carbs 15.2 g Moderate
- Total Fat 30.64 g High
- Saturated Fat 6.88 g High
- Trans Fat 0.02 g High
- Cholesterol 35.82 mg Moderate
- Sodium 627.86 mg High
- Fiber 3.55 g Moderate
- Sugar 8.19 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.21 g Low Source
- Calcium 49.87 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.55 mg Low Source
- Potassium 316.57 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 24.81 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 67.93 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.02 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
Broccoli Salad with Bacon is a Southern Recipes side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Broccoli, Mayonnaise, and Red Onion. Each serving provides about 420.48 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Broccoli Salad with Bacon?
- It is a Southern Recipes salad recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Broccoli Salad with Bacon made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Broccoli, Mayonnaise, Red Onion, Sugar. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Broccoli Salad with Bacon?
- 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 420.48 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Broccoli Salad with Bacon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 3 steps.
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