🥦 Crispy Bacon Cheddar Broccoli Salad Recipe 🥓

🥦 Broccoli Salad Recipe 🥓

Overview:

This Broccoli Salad recipe is an absolute favorite! 🌟 It’s a delightful combination of fresh broccoli, Chinese cabbage, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a creamy, tangy dressing. Originating from the “Lake Clark Broccoli Salad by Sandy Lang,” this dish is perfect for potlucks, quick meals, or to keep in the refrigerator for a deliciously satisfying snack.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

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   • 🌿 Slice (shave) the fresh broccoli heads, using as little of the stalks as possible.
   • 🥬 Slice the Chinese cabbage into very thin strips, focusing on the top and sides, and remove any large, thicker pieces.
   • 🥓 Cook the bacon until crispy, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.

2. Combine Ingredients:

   • 🥗 In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced broccoli, Chinese cabbage, and crispy bacon pieces.

3. Make the Dressing:

   • 🥄 In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, and white vinegar until the sugar is dissolved.
   • 🧀 Add the cheddar cheese to the dressing mixture, creating a thick and creamy dressing.

4. Mix it Up:

   • 🔪 Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.
   • 💪🏼 Stir vigorously (roughly) to evenly distribute the dressing throughout the salad.

5. Chill and Serve:

   • ❄️ Cover the salad bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least a couple of hours or overnight.
   • 🕰️ The flavors meld together beautifully as it chills, creating a refreshing and delicious salad.

6. Enjoy and Store:

   • 🍽️ Serve chilled and enjoy this delightful Broccoli Salad as a side dish or a light meal.
   • 🥡 Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for a few days, just give it a good stir before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 265.2
• Fat: 22.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 8.6g
• Cholesterol: 41.5mg
• Sodium: 432.1mg
• Carbohydrates: 8.3g
  • Fiber: 0.6g
  • Sugar: 4.5g
• Protein: 8.4g

Tips and Variations:

• 🥓 For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon or replace it with crispy tofu cubes.
• 🥗 Add some toasted nuts or seeds for extra crunch and flavor.
• 🧀 Experiment with different types of cheese like gouda or feta.
• 🌶️ For a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
• 🥣 Customize the dressing by adding herbs like dill, parsley, or chives.

This Broccoli Salad recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile! Whether you’re preparing it for a potluck, a quick meal, or simply as a flavorful side dish, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy! 🥗✨