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    Broccoli Bacon Salad (Easy & Tasty)

    Published: Apr 16, 2019 · Modified: May 7, 2023 by Sally · This post may contain affiliate links · 9 Comments

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    Broccoli bacon salad - Who knew such a simple salad could deliver such a flavor punch?

    Bacon with broccoli and other salad fixins

    Broccoli with smoky, meaty bacon along with the crunch of almonds and the light sweetness of bell peppers paired with homemade ranch dressing ... equals the perfect broccoli bacon salad!

    This is a great way to get kids to eat broccoli. My boys love this salad. The bacon and almonds and homemade ranch dressing make it taste like you're eating unhealthy foods. But ... you're not!

    Great served with everyday meals (and leftovers are great for lunch the next day). Also great for special occasions like Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter.

    Perfect for potlucks or covered dish gatherings.

    Broccoli and bacon with almond slivers

    What You'll Need

    For the Salad:

    4 cups broccoli, chopped

    5 slices cooked bacon (about ½ cup), crumbled

    ½ cup almond slivers

    ¼ cup red bell pepper (about 1 mini pepper), chopped

    ¼ teaspoon salt

    ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

    For the Dressing:

    ¼ cup mayonnaise

    ¼ cup sour cream or plain yogurt

    ¼ cup milk or buttermilk

    ⅛ teaspoon each salt and ground black pepper

    ¼ teaspoon onion powder

    ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

    ¼ teaspoon dry parsley

    ¼ teaspoon dry chives

    ½ teaspoon dry dill weed

    1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (from half a lemon)

    Broccoli salad with bacon and almonds

    How to Make

    Mix all dressing ingredients in a small bowl with a whisk until smooth. 

    Add all salad ingredients in a medium-to-large bowl and toss. 

    Pour dressing over salad ingredients and mix until dressing coats all salad ingredients.  Refrigerate until ready to serve.

    It is recommended to refrigerate the dressing and/or salad mixture for at least 2 hours before serving in order for the flavors to "meld" - making for a more delicious salad. You can also make and refrigerate the night before serving.

    Tips

    I recommend you make this ahead of time so the flavors can meld together and provide the best flavor possible.

    The broccoli will absorb some of the dressing, softening it a bit, and you will be rewarded with a salad you will be proud to serve at your next get-together or potluck event.

    Serve With

    Perfect paired with grilled burgers, salmon patties, meatloaf - just about anything you can think of.

    I served the broccoli salad with my yummy Salmon Patties, and the flavors were perfect together.

    Try this salad with my Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf or my Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta.

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    📋 Recipe

    Bacon with broccoli and other salad fixins

    Broccoli Bacon Salad

    This broccoli bacon salad is so simple to make but is so delicious and flavorful - perfect for a light lunch or potluck!
    5 from 8 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American, Southern
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Refrigeration: 2 hours hours
    Total Time: 2 hours hours 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 294kcal
    Author: Sally

    Ingredients

    Salad

    • 4 cups broccoli, chopped
    • 5 slices cooked bacon (about ½ cup), crumbled
    • ½ cup almond slivers
    • ¼ cup red bell pepper (about 1 mini pepper), chopped
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

    Dressing

    • ¼ cup mayonnaise
    • ¼ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
    • ¼ cup milk or buttermilk
    • ⅛ teaspoon each salt and ground black pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon dry parsley
    • ¼ teaspoon dry chives
    • ½ teaspoon dry dill weed
    • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (from half a lemon)

    Instructions

    • Mix all dressing ingredients in a small bowl with a whisk until smooth. 
    • Add all salad ingredients in a medium-to-large bowl and toss. 
    • Pour dressing over salad ingredients and mix until dressing coats all salad ingredients.  Refrigerate until ready to serve.
    • It is recommended to refrigerate the dressing and/or salad mixture for at least 2 hours before serving in order for the flavors to "meld" - making for a more delicious salad. You can also make and refrigerate the night before serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 516mg | Potassium: 516mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1198IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. SeekingSerenity andharmony says

      July 23, 2019 at 2:18 pm

      This looks so good!!

      Reply
    2. Dawn @ The Kitchen and a Latte says

      June 30, 2019 at 2:35 am

      5 stars
      This is a different way to make broccoli salad then I usually make. Change is good tho 🙂 I usually make a sweet one that has quite a bit of sugar in it. Tasty but sometimes a bit too sweet. This one is much healthier then the one I always made and delicious!

      Reply
    3. Sarah Penrod says

      June 11, 2019 at 9:44 pm

      5 stars
      I just saw this on Pinterest and thought it was the classic sweet broccoli salad. I realized while making it that it doesn't include sugar and guess what? Its fab! also keto!

      Great work - Sarah

      Reply
      • Sally says

        June 14, 2019 at 11:56 pm

        Sarah - Glad you like it! I'm not much for the traditional adding of sugar to Southern dishes, yet I'm Southern through and through! Thanks for stopping by and letting me know how much you like this salad!

        Reply
    4. Beth says

      June 07, 2019 at 4:35 am

      5 stars
      This salad has the makings of being a huge hit at all BBQ parties! Delish!!!

      Reply
    5. Veena Azmanov says

      June 07, 2019 at 2:34 am

      5 stars
      Such a delicious and creamy salad with all the amazing combinations to it. Best salad platter for a party.

      Reply
    6. Anita @ Daily Cooking Quest says

      June 07, 2019 at 2:02 am

      5 stars
      The broccoli salad looks very delicious, and I'm sure the bacon makes this even more so. 🙂

      Reply
    7. Caitlyn Erhardt says

      June 07, 2019 at 12:42 am

      5 stars
      Love this recipe as a side for BBQs with the fam!

      Reply
    8. Sara Welch says

      June 07, 2019 at 12:20 am

      5 stars
      What a perfectly creamy salad! The balance of broccoli with bacon was perfect! I will be having this for lunch again tomorrow!

      Reply
    5 from 8 votes (1 rating without comment)

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    I'm Sally, and I love great food! Whole foods, specifically, and savory, yummy eats! I love using spices and trying new combinations - in fact, I consider it an art form, as I smell and taste my way through each dish.

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