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Fresh Broccoli Salad

Fresh Broccoli Salad – Crunchy, Creamy, and Perfect for Meal Prep

This Fresh Broccoli Salad boasts crunchiness and creaminess, ideal for meal prep, with bacon and zesty flavors that elevate any lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Fresh Broccoli Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup Red Onion Diced
  • 1/2 cup Sunflower Seeds Or pumpkin seeds for nut-free
  • 6 strips Bacon Cooked until crispy
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Chopped, optional
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt Or sour cream as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the bacon in a heated skillet over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes until crispy. Drain and chop.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli, red onion, cheddar cheese, jalapeño, and bacon bits. Toss gently.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour two-thirds of the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  5. If the salad looks dry, add more dressing gradually until achieving desired creaminess.
  6. Divide the salad into meal prep containers and store in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, cut broccoli into 1-inch pieces and store bacon and dressing separately until serving to retain crunch.

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