Description
Classic Broccoli Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining crisp turkey bacon, sweet cranberries, and creamy dressing into a delightful dish that suits any occasion. Packed with nutrients, this versatile salad makes for an excellent addition to barbecues or a healthy meal prep option during the week. Its refreshing crunch and unique flavor profile will impress even those who typically shy away from salads. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this recipe ensures you can enjoy a delicious, nutritious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices Turkey Bacon
- 5 cups broccoli florets (from 1 large head of broccoli)
- ⅓ cup diced red onion
- ½ cup dried unsweetened cranberries
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup plain yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place turkey bacon on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake for 15-18 minutes until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli florets, diced red onion, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and crumbled goat cheese. Once cool, crumble the turkey bacon over the mixture.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and plain yogurt until smooth; pour over the salad mixture and toss gently until well combined.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg