Broccoli Nut Salad

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A vibrant and crunchy salad combining fresh broccoli and cauliflower with sweet raisins, toasted pecans, and savory bacon. The creamy dressing with mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar ties the flavors together, making it a perfect side dish for gatherings or a light, satisfying meal for vegetable lovers.

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Ingredients

  • 2 medium bunches broccoli
  • 1 small head cauliflower
  • 1 cup pecans
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup red onion, peeled and sliced very thin
  • 1 pound bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup vinegar

Instructions

  1. Break or cut the broccoli and cauliflower into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cauliflower, pecans, raisins, red onion, and crumbled bacon.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar to make the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

610 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.8g 24% DV
Total Fat 48.8g 63% DV
Carbs 37.1g 13% DV
Fiber 5.6g 20% DV
Sugar 22.8g 46% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 552.5mg 24% DV
Potassium 550mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 25.5mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1mcg
Vitamin C 22.9mg 25% DV
Calcium 60.8mg 5% DV
Iron 2.1mg 11% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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