Broccoli Salad with Turkey Bacon
Broccoli Salad with Turkey Bacon is a delightful dish that combines fresh broccoli, savory turkey bacon, and a medley of sweet and creamy elements. This salad is perfect for summer barbecues, holiday gatherings, or potlucks, offering a vibrant mix of flavors and textures that will impress your guests. With its easy preparation and nutritious ingredients, this recipe is not only satisfying but also a versatile addition to any meal. Enjoy it as a refreshing side dish or pair it with grilled meats for a light main course.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–11 strips cooked turkey bacon
- 2 heads of broccoli (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1.25 cups Miracle Whip or mayonnaise
- Zest and juice of one lemon
- 2 tablespoons white apple vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- dry mustard
- cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and bake turkey bacon until crispy; chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together Miracle Whip (or mayonnaise), lemon zest, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, salt, black pepper, dry mustard, and cayenne pepper until smooth.
- Chop broccoli into small florets and add to the bowl along with cranberries, sunflower seeds, cheddar cheese, red onion, and most of the chopped turkey bacon.
- Gently mix all ingredients until combined. Chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg