Broccoli Bacon Salad

Verdant broccoli florets are tossed with sweet dried currants, crisped bacon pieces, and sharp white cheddar cheese.

Broccoli Bacon Salad

Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 8 mins Yield: 6 cups

Serving Size: 11⁄2 cups

Ingredients

1⁄2 lb. (225g) uncured bacon, diced

3⁄4 cup mayonnaise 1 TB. apple cider vinegar 1 TB. red onion, grated 1⁄4 tsp. sea salt 1⁄4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 4 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces 2 oz. (55g) sharp white cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes

2 TB. dried currants 1⁄4 cup raw sunflower seeds 1 Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place uncured bacon in the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until crisp. Remove bacon and place on a paper towel. Reserve bacon drippings.

2In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, red onion, sea salt, and black pepper to make a dressing.

3Place broccoli florets in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon reserved bacon drippings.

4Add sharp white cheddar cheese, currants, and raw sunflower seeds. Drizzle with dressing and toss to combine. Serve at room temperature or chill before serving. If you’re trying to cut down on dairy, you can replace the sharp white cheddar cheese with extra sunflower seeds.

Nutrition per Serving

Fat 77% Protein 20% Net Carb 3% Ratio 1.5:1 Calories 691

Fat 59g

Protein 34g

Total Carbohydrate 9g

Dietary Fiber 3g

Net Carbohydrate 6g