Broccoli Salad with Turkey
Indulge in a refreshing twist on classic salads with this Broccoli Salad featuring Turkey turkey turkey bacon. This vibrant dish is a delightful blend of crunchy broccoli, chewy dried cranberries, and creamy cheddar cheese, all enhanced by the savory goodness of turkey bacon. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing, this salad is perfect for summer barbecues, festive gatherings, or as a healthy side for any meal. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s sure to be a hit at your next event.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–11 strips cooked turkey bacon
- 2 heads broccoli (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1 and 1/4 cups Miracle Whip or mayonnaise
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons white apple vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 and 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven and bake the turkey bacon until crisp. Let it cool and chop into pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Chop broccoli into small florets and add to the bowl.
- Mix in cranberries, sunflower seeds, cheddar cheese, and most of the chopped turkey bacon.
- Stir to combine thoroughly. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg