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Broccoli Raisin Salad
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4.75 from 4 votes

Broccoli Salad Recipe

The BEST broccoli salad recipe with different additional options such as bacon, cauliflower, raisins and sunflower seeds. The perfect summer picnic side dish
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10
Calories: 445kcal
Author: Julie Clark

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 12 ounces bacon
  • 7 cups chopped broccoli
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup red onion
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

For the Dressing:

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Cook bacon in a skillet or in the oven until browned and crispy. Allow the bacon to cool and crumble into pieces.
  • In a large bowl, combine the bacon, broccoli, sunflower seeds, raisins, onion and cheese. Mix well.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well to coat.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. This is delicious served the next day also!

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Nutrition

Calories: 445kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 461mg | Potassium: 398mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 535IU | Vitamin C: 57.9mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 1.3mg