Recipe for broccoli and bacon salad

Looking for a tasty and easy-to-make salad? This broccoli bacon salad is the perfect side dish or a flavorful addition to your lunchbox! With the crunch of broccoli, the sweetness of red onion, the richness of bacon, and the nutty touch of sunflower seeds, all tossed in a creamy dressing—it’s a guaranteed hit.

Serves 4

Ingredients for the broccoli bacon salad

1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
½ red onion, thinly sliced
4 slices of cooked bacon, crumbled
¼ cup sunflower seeds

Ingredients for the dressing

⅓ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp plain yogurt
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tsp maple syrup or honey
Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation for the broccoli and bacon salad recipe

In a pot of salted boiling water, blanch the broccoli florets for 1 minute. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to preserve color and crunch. Drain again.

In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, yogurt, vinegar, and maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper.

In a large bowl, combine broccoli, red onion, bacon, and sunflower seeds.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat all ingredients.

For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Tips
Add dried cranberries for a sweet twist.
Swap bacon for toasted almonds for a vegetarian version.
Serve with grilled chicken for a full meal!