Ingredients
- 6 cups (20 oz / 570 g) broccoli florets, cut into small bite-size pieces
- 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped (pork to 145°F/63°C; turkey/chicken to 165°F/74°C)
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds or sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup finely sliced red onion (rinsed and drained)
- 1/2 cup small cheddar cubes (optional)
- 1/2 cup plain 2% Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup (plus more to taste)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 3/4 tsp fine salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- whisk for dressing
- Sheet pan for roasted broccoli or bacon
- knife and cutting board
- tongs or spatula
Method
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon, salt, and pepper until smooth and glossy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli florets, chopped bacon, raisins, sunflower seeds, red onion, and cheddar (if using).
- Add the dressing to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.
- Chill 30–60 minutes for best flavor. Taste and adjust salt, honey, or vinegar before serving. Garnish with extra seeds if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 7gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 65mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 1mg
Notes
Roasted version: Roast broccoli at 425°F (220°C) for 14–16 minutes; cool before tossing.
All-yogurt dressing: Replace mayo with Greek yogurt and add 1 tsp olive oil.
Kale mix: Add 2 cups finely chopped kale; massage with 1 Tbsp dressing first.
Picky-eater sweet: Add 1–2 tsp extra honey.
Equipment: Large bowl, whisk, sheet pan (for roasted option).
Alternate Methods: Bacon in oven: Bake on rack at 400°F (205°C) for 15–18 min to crisp.
Air fryer bacon: 370°F (188°C) for 7–10 min until crisp (watch closely).
All-yogurt dressing: Replace mayo with Greek yogurt and add 1 tsp olive oil.
Kale mix: Add 2 cups finely chopped kale; massage with 1 Tbsp dressing first.
Picky-eater sweet: Add 1–2 tsp extra honey.
Equipment: Large bowl, whisk, sheet pan (for roasted option).
Alternate Methods: Bacon in oven: Bake on rack at 400°F (205°C) for 15–18 min to crisp.
Air fryer bacon: 370°F (188°C) for 7–10 min until crisp (watch closely).
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