Blanching the broccoli before tossing it in the salad gives it a more tender taste and brighter color.
Broccoli Salad Recipe
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 lb. broccoli florets
- 1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds
- 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 3/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
Cook bacon in a frying pan until crisp. Drain, crumble and set aside. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add broccoli florets and cook for 1 minute. Drain and immediately immerse in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking.
Transfer broccoli to a large bowl. Add bacon, almonds, grapes, red onion and raisins. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar and honey. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss until well combined.
Serves 6.
Per serving: 261 calories, 15 g fat, 7 mg cholesterol, 29 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 7 g protein, 45% Vitamin A, 122% Vitamin C, 7% calcium, 8% iron
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