No Mayo Broccoli Salad

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Turkey bacon reduces fat while providing a similar smoky flavor.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

Chop broccoli into bite-sized florets.

Finely dice red onion.

Grate carrots using a box grater.

Cook bacon until crispy; crumble and set aside.

In a large bowl, combine broccoli, red onion, carrots, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, and cheddar cheese.

In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.

Add crumbled bacon and gently mix again.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Cooking Techniques

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