Broccoli Salad with Red Grapes, Bacon, and Sunflower Seeds

Broccoli Salad with Red Grapes, Bacon, and Sunflower Seeds
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    340

This delightful Broccoli Salad is a vibrant medley of textures and flavors, perfect for any gathering. Crisp broccoli florets mingle with sweet red grapes, savory bacon, and crunchy sunflower seeds, all brought together by a tangy-sweet dressing. It's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    13 g
  • Cholesterol
    21 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    6 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    382 mg
  • Sugar
    8 g
  • Fat
    29 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 10 mins In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crispy and evenly browned, approximately 8-10 minutes. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Crumble 7 slices and combine with sunflower seeds in a resealable bag. Set aside.

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02 Step

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, halved red grapes, and diced red onion.

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and a generous pinch of black pepper. Crumble the remaining slice of bacon and gently fold it into the dressing.

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04 Step

Recipe View 2 hrs Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

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05 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Just before serving, sprinkle the bacon-sunflower seed mixture over the salad and toss gently to combine.

For an extra layer of flavor, try toasting the sunflower seeds lightly before adding them to the bacon mixture. This will enhance their nutty flavor and add another dimension of texture to the salad.
If you prefer a tangier dressing, you can increase the amount of apple cider vinegar to taste. A teaspoon of Dijon mustard can also be added for extra complexity.
This salad is best served chilled. If making ahead of time, keep the bacon-sunflower seed mixture separate and add it just before serving to maintain its crispness.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.9/ 5 ( 113 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Deshaun Koelpin

    This is my new go-to salad recipe. So versatile and flavorful!

  • Joshua Heidenreich

    I made this for a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear!

  • Waylon Ohara

    Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect.

  • Conrad Fahey

    Next time, I'm going to try adding some chopped walnuts for extra crunch.

  • Rashad Gutkowski

    Easy to make ahead, which is perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Candice Zemlak

    I added a sprinkle of dried cranberries for extra sweetness and tartness.

  • Jameson Lindgren

    This salad was a hit at our family BBQ. Everyone asked for the recipe!

  • Noemi Lindgren

    Absolutely delicious! The bacon and grapes are a genius combination.

  • Kavon Krajcik

    Don't skip the chilling time – it really makes a difference in the flavor.

  • Zion Sawayn

    I substituted Greek yogurt for half the mayo to lighten it up, and it was still amazing.

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