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Bea's Broccoli Salad Recipe

This isn't just another broccoli salad – it's Bea's award-winning recipe, destined to become a family favorite! This vibrant and crunchy salad features perfectly balanced sweet and tangy flavors, with tender broccoli florets, sweet raisins, crunchy pumpkin seeds (or sunflower seeds!), and savory bacon and cheese. Prepare to be amazed by this easy-to-make, refreshingly delicious side dish, perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a weeknight dinner. Get ready to experience broccoli salad like never before!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 150.9 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bea's Broccoli Salad

  • 1/2 cup Miracle Whip
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • White Vinegar (quantity not found in recipe)
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 4 slices cooked crumbled bacon
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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How to Make Bea's Broccoli Salad

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, and 1/2 cup mayonnaise until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups of broccoli florets, 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1/2 cup raisins, and 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds (or sunflower seeds).
  3. Pour the dressing mixture over the broccoli mixture.
  4. Gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably longer, to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Before serving, sprinkle with 4 slices of cooked crumbled bacon and 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

13g

Carbs

6g

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