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Broccoli Salad

Cultural Context

Broccoli salad is a popular dish in American cuisine, often served at potlucks, barbecues, and family gatherings. It combines fresh vegetables with a creamy dressing, making it a refreshing side dish that balances well with grilled meats and other hearty fare. Its versatility allows it to be enjoyed year-round, and variations may include different nuts, fruits, or dressings based on personal preference.

AmericanUSside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups broccoli
4 slices bacon
1/2 cup red onion
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
4 oz goat cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup yogurt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

Greek yogurt provides a creamy texture with fewer calories.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Turkey bacon is lower in fat; smoked paprika adds flavor without meat.

1

Preheat the oven and place 8 slices of bacon on a parchment-lined baking tray.

2

Bake the bacon for about 15 minutes or until crispy.

3

Chop a large head of broccoli into bite-sized florets, yielding about 5 cups, and add to a bowl.

4

Dice about 1/3 cup of red onion and add to the bowl with broccoli.

5

Remove the bacon from the oven and transfer to a paper towel to dry.

6

Add 1/2 cup of sunflower seeds, 1/2 cup of dried cranberries, and 1/4 cup of goat cheese to the bowl.

7

Crumble the cooled bacon into the salad.

8

In a separate bowl, make the dressing by combining 1/2 cup of mayonnaise and 1/4 cup of yogurt.

9

Add 1 egg, 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of white wine vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, a pinch of salt, and 1 cup of neutral flavored oil to a stick blender and blend until emulsified.

10

Combine the dressing with the salad and mix everything together.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freenut-free

Allergens

tree nutsdairy

Also Known As

Broccoli SlawBroccoli Crunch Salad

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