Creamy Broccoli Salad
This broccoli salad pairs crisp florets with smoky bacon, mild mozzarella, and a sweet-tangy mayo dressing that clings to every bite. It’s refreshing yet satisfying, perfect for picnics, potlucks, or make-ahead lunches when you want crunch, a touch of sweetness, and savory balance. Creamy Broccoli Salad is the kind of side that disappears fast on warm-weather spreads.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Creamy Broccoli Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 39 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 53 / 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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- 18
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 26
- Digestive
- 45
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 28
- General Wellness
- 1
Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning now and then, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes.
- 2
Drain on paper towels; crumble when cool.
- 3
Combine the bacon, broccoli, mozzarella cheese, and onion in a bowl.
- 4
Whisk the mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar in a small bowl until smooth and the sugar dissolves; pour over the broccoli mixture and toss to coat.
- Calories 325.37 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 17.01 g Good Source 34%
- Carbohydrate 14.5 g 5%
- Total Fat 23.69 g High 30%
- Saturated Fat 7.73 g High 39%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 42.79 mg Moderate 14%
- Sodium 489.63 mg High 21%
- Dietary Fiber 3.11 g Moderate 11%
- Total Sugars 9.51 g --
- Added Sugars 0.19 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 280.25 mg Good Source 22%
- Iron 0.78 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 180.39 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 70.28 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 0.02 mg Low Source 0%
- 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
Creamy Broccoli Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Broccoli Florets, Mayonnaise, and Mozzarella Cheese. Each serving provides about 325.37 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creamy Broccoli Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish or salad.
- What is Creamy Broccoli Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Broccoli Florets, Mayonnaise, Mozzarella Cheese, Red Onion. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Creamy Broccoli 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 325.37 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creamy Broccoli Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Creamy Broccoli Salad healthy?
- Creamy Broccoli Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 32/100. Per serving, it provides 325.37 calories and 17.01 g of protein, or 34% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 489.63 mg (21% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 7.73 g (39% 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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