Broccoli Salad with Turkey
Broccoli Salad with Turkey is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that everyone will adore. This delightful salad combines crunchy broccoli, sweet dried cranberries, creamy cheddar cheese, and crispy turkey bacon, all tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a simple weeknight dinner, this salad strikes the right balance between indulgent and healthy. With its colorful presentation and nutrient-packed ingredients, it’s not only easy to prepare but also make-ahead friendly. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature; either way, it’s sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads broccoli (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1 & 1/4 cups mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons white grape juice vinegar
- 1 & 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
- Turkey bacon (or substitute with crispy chickpeas for a vegetarian option)
Instructions
- Cook turkey bacon until crispy; set aside to cool before chopping.
- In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, white grape juice vinegar, kosher salt, black pepper, dry mustard, and cayenne pepper to create the dressing.
- Chop broccoli into small florets and add to the bowl along with cranberries, sunflower seeds, cheddar cheese, red onion, and most of the bacon. Gently stir to coat.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving or enjoy immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg