Broccoli Salad with Bacon

Name: Broccoli Salad with Bacon
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 16 servings
Ingredients: 3 bunches broccoli, cut into florets (about 10 cups); 1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled; 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted; 1 cup dried blueberries; 1 cup dried cherries; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; DRESSING:; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup cider vinegar

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield 16 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This delicious broccoli salad with bacon features a perfect blend of crisp broccoli, smoky bacon, toasted pecans and sweet dried fruits tossed in a tangy, creamy dressing. It's perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks or a refreshing side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

3 bunches broccoli, cut into florets (about 10 cups)
1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 cup dried blueberries
1 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
DRESSING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Pour over broccoli mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 300 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 290mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 5g fiber), 8g protein.

You'll want to serve this family-friendly broccoli salad with bacon year-round. The broccoli gets a big-time flavor boost from bacon, toasted pecans, dried berries and a mayo dressing. —Cindi Read, Hendersonville, Tennessee

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