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Broccoli Salad with Turkey Bacon

Broccoli Salad with Turkey Bacon Recipe
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Discover the delightful Broccoli Salad with Turkey Bacon Recipe, a vibrant dish that combines crisp broccoli, savory turkey bacon, and a touch of sweetness from dried cranberries. This easy-to-make salad features a creamy homemade dressing that elevates every bite. Perfect for summer barbecues, holiday gatherings, or as a nutritious side dish at any meal, this salad is sure to please guests of all ages. With its colorful ingredients and satisfying crunch, it’s a refreshing addition to your culinary repertoire that you can whip up in just 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 10–11 strips Turkey Bacon (cooked)
  • 2 heads broccoli (about 1 and 1/2 pounds or 5–6 cups)
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup sunflower seeds (roasted and salted)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1/3 cup chopped red onion (or more to taste)
  • 1 & 1/4 cups Miracle Whip OR mayonnaise
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons white apple vinegar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 & 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the turkey bacon in the oven until crispy. Let it cool on paper towels, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together Miracle Whip (or mayonnaise), lemon zest, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, dry mustard, and cayenne pepper until smooth.
  3. Chop broccoli into small florets and add to the bowl with the dressing.
  4. Stir in dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, shredded cheddar cheese, and most of the chopped turkey bacon (reserve some for topping).
  5. Mix everything until well combined. Chill before serving for best flavor.

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