This quick and easy healthy broccoli salad is a crowd favorite, perfect for gatherings! Crisp, fresh broccoli, salty bacon, sweet golden raisins, crunchy sunflower seeds, and a simple creamy dressing \u2013 you\u2019ll bring home an empty bowl every time!<\/p>\n
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Anytime I bring this light and easy salad to a gathering<\/a>, I always come home with an empty bowl.<\/p>\n Which makes me sad because I want to eat the leftovers!<\/p>\n Family and friends always compliment this simple salad. And I can\u2019t blame them. I really think this is the best broccoli salad recipe ever!<\/p>\n Look no further for a healthy broccoli salad recipe. I\u2019ve tried several salad recipes with broccoli, and this one is still my favorite.<\/p>\n Instead of bringing the picnic classics like potato salad, pasta salad<\/a>, and baked beans<\/a> to your next big gathering, bring a creamy broccoli salad!<\/p>\n Perfect for potlucks, summer BBQs<\/a>, holiday meals<\/a>, and easy no-cook dinners<\/a>. The beauty of this classic salad recipe is its flexibility.<\/p>\n You can easily adjust the quantities to serve a smaller family dinner or scale it up to feed a large crowd. Plus, it requires chilling for at least two hours, or even up to 24, making it a fantastic make-ahead dish that saves you from the last-minute rush.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll see typical ingredients you\u2019d expect in salad recipes with broccoli as the main components of this dish. Where this recipe shines is the broccoli salad salad dressing. With just 3 simple ingredients, you have a creamy, tangy sauce perfect for coating all of that goodness!<\/p>\n You can also add some chopped celery or diced bell peppers if you\u2019d like to up the veggies.<\/p>\n Broccoli Salad Dressing Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n Optional: Add a touch of Dijon mustard or lemon juice for a tasty flavor variation!<\/p>\n Step 1: Cook the bacon until crispy, <\/strong>crumble, and set aside.<\/p>\n Step 2: Using a large bowl<\/a>,<\/strong> combine the small broccoli florets, diced red onion, and raisins<\/a>.<\/p>\n Step 3: In a small bowl<\/a>,<\/strong> whisk<\/a> vinegar, sugar<\/a>, and yogurt<\/a> or mayonnaise<\/a>.<\/p>\n Step 4: Add the dressing mix to the broccoli<\/strong> and stir well. Refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours.<\/p>\n Step 5: Add the sunflower seeds<\/a> and bacon just before serving for a crisper texture. <\/strong>You can add them right away, but they will soften as the broccoli salad sits.<\/p>\n Store leftover homemade broccoli salad in an airtight container<\/a> in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. (But honestly, it rarely lasts that long in my house!)<\/p>\n Follow these instructions to make your salad recipes broccoli turn out delicious every time!<\/p>\n Broccoli salad is a great summer side dish, perfect for pairing with all of your seasonal favorites!<\/p>\n Don\u2019t forget a pitcher of Homemade Lemonade<\/a> to drink!<\/p>\n Sure! While apple cider vinegar gives a great flavor, you can also use white wine vinegar or even red wine vinegar for a different twist.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Absolutely! This salad is perfect for making ahead. After combining the broccoli, onions, raisins, and dressing, let it chill in the fridge for 2 to 24 hours. Just remember to add the sunflower seeds<\/a> and bacon just before serving to retain their crunch and freshness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Certainly! I personally love broccoli salad with the sweetness of golden raisins, but regular raisins<\/a>, dried unsweetened cranberries<\/a>, or even chopped dried apricots would work wonderfully.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n You can if you want to! Halved red seedless grapes can add sweetness to the broccoli salad recipe, along with a burst of fresh flavor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Chances are that if you\u2019re here, your priorities include eating real food, budgeting, and enjoying what you eat. Those are my goals too!<\/p>\n So, how do you stay on track with your food goals and still enjoy all of the yummy food at summer cookouts or potlucks or family events?<\/p>\n The key is to balance your macronutrients \u2013 protein, fats, and carbohydrates \u2013 to eat without feeling deprived. Focusing especially on protein will help you feel satisfied.<\/p>\n One of the ways you can do that is by bringing a dish to the meal that you know will fit with your nutrition goals. This broccoli salad will give you both healthy fat and protein. You\u2019ll likely want to find another protein to pair it with. At a cookout, that might look like a burger, chicken, or another protein-based main dish.<\/p>\n Track what you eat, but don\u2019t worry about being 100% accurate or rigidly sticking to your macros. By being consistent day after day, you\u2019ll be able to enjoy special events while still eating in line with your food priorities.<\/p>\n Sign up for my FREE Fight Inflation Workshop<\/strong>\u00a0and learn simple strategies to save money, even with rising food costs!\n\t\t\t\t <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\nTHE BEST BROCCOLI SALAD WITH BACON<\/h2>\n
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