Crunchy Broccoli and Grape Salad with Crispy Bacon and Sunflower Seeds
This refreshing broccoli and grape salad with crispy bacon and sunflower seeds is a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Perfect for summer gatherings and outdoor dining!
150 min
easy
8 servings
327kcal
calories
13g
carbohydrates
21mg
cholesterol
29g
fat
2g
fiber
6g
protein
5g
saturated fat
382mg
sodium
8g
sugar
0g
unsaturated fat
Ingredients
200g bacon, sliced
80g sunflower seed kernels
1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-size florets
150g seedless red grapes, halved
80g diced red onion
240ml mayonnaise
45ml apple cider vinegar
30g white sugar
ground black pepper to taste
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until it is crispy and browned, about 10 minutes. Place the cooked bacon on paper towels to drain, then crumble 7 slices of bacon and mix with sunflower seeds in a resealable plastic bag. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, grapes, and red onion.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and black pepper. Crumble the remaining slice of bacon and fold it into the dressing.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to blend.
Step 5
Before serving, sprinkle the bacon-sunflower seed mixture over the salad and mix well.