How to Make Bacon Broccoli Salad with Raisins and Sunflower Seeds - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's no denying the power of a good salad. It's the perfect addition to any meal, whether it's a light lunch or a hearty dinner. And when it comes to salads, the options are endless. One salad that consistently stands out as a crowd-pleaser is the Bacon Broccoli Salad with Raisins and Sunflower Seeds. This salad is a delightful combination of crunch, saltiness, and sweetness that will leave your taste buds singing.

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound bacon
  • 4 heads broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 ½ cups raisins
  • 1 ½ cups unsalted sunflower seeds
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup granular sucralose sweetener (such as Splenda®)
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble.
  • Toss bacon, broccoli, raisins, sunflower seeds, and onion together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, sweetener, and vinegar in another bowl until smooth. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Nutrition

    385 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 284mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 19g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 91mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 633mg