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Broccoli Bacon Salad with Raisins and Cheddar Cheese

Delicious Broccoli Bacon Salad with Raisins and Cheddar Cheese

This Broccoli Bacon Salad with Raisins and Cheddar Cheese mixes vibrant flavors, making it a must-try dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Healthy Light Meals
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Broccoli fresh
  • 6 strips Bacon crispy
  • ½ cup Raisins
  • ¼ cup Dried Cranberries
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese cubed
  • ¼ cup Onion chopped
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and trim the broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets, and pat dry.
  2. Blanch florets in boiling water for 2–3 minutes if a softer bite is preferred.
  3. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 8–10 minutes until crisp, then crumble.
  4. In a bowl, combine broccoli, crumbled bacon, onion, raisins, cranberries, and cheese.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar; season with salt and pepper.
  6. Pour dressing over salad, toss gently, and refrigerate for 1–2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 9gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill salad for enhanced flavors. Dress right before serving to maintain texture.

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