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Broccoli Salad with Red Grapes, Bacon, and Sunflower Seeds

Broccoli Salad with Red Grapes, Bacon, and Sunflower Seeds

Cost $15, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 120 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Meat & Proteins

    • 🥓 8 slices bacon

  • Nuts & Seeds

    • 🌻 ⅓ cup sunflower seed kernels

  • Vegetables

    • 🥦 1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
    • 🧅 ⅓ cup diced red onion

  • Fruits

    • 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved

  • Condiments & Spices

    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons white sugar
    • ground black pepper to taste

STEPS

1

Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.

2

Crumble 7 slices of bacon; mix with sunflower seeds in a resealable plastic bag and set aside.

3

Combine broccoli, grapes, and onion in a large bowl.

4

Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and pepper together in a separate bowl; crumble remaining slice of bacon and fold into dressing.

5

Pour dressing over broccoli mixture; toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for flavors to blend, about 2 hours.

6

Sprinkle bacon-sunflower seed mixture over salad before serving; mix well.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

327

Calories

  • 6
    Protein
  • 13
    Carbs
  • 29
    Fats

💡 Prepare the bacon and dressing in advance to save time before serving.Use fresh, crisp broccoli for maximum flavor and texture.Add dried cranberries or raisins for a touch of sweetness if desired.For a vegan alternative, substitute bacon with vegan bacon and mayonnaise with plant-based dressing.