Description
Elevate your gatherings with this Broccoli Salad with Turkey Bacon Recipe, a delightful mix of crunchy broccoli florets, savory turkey bacon, and sweet cranberries. Tossed in a tangy homemade dressing, this salad is not just a side dish; it’s a crowd-pleaser that resonates with both taste and nutrition. Whether for summer barbecues or Thanksgiving dinners, its vibrant flavors and textures are sure to impress your guests. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, it’s the perfect addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–11 strips Turkey Bacon (cooked)
- 2 heads Broccoli (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup Dried Cranberries
- 1/3 cup Sunflower Seeds (roasted and salted)
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
- 1/3 cup Chopped Red Onion
- 1 & 1/4 cups Miracle Whip or Mayonnaise
- Zest from 1 Lemon
- 2 tablespoons White Apple Vinegar
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1 & 1/4 teaspoons Kosher Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Dry Mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven and bake the turkey bacon until crispy. Allow it to cool on paper towels before chopping into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Miracle Whip (or mayonnaise), lemon zest, lemon juice, apple vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, dry mustard, and cayenne until smooth.
- Chop the broccoli into small florets, including the stems for added texture.
- Add the chopped broccoli, cranberries, sunflower seeds, cheddar cheese, and most of the turkey bacon to the dressing. Stir well to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg