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Prep:
20
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Total:
20
minutes
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Broccoli Raisin Salad Your Way (with Optional Bacon & Sunflower Seeds)
The classic crunchy picnic salad, slightly deconstructed. Both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike can customize to their liking, and everyone's happy.
Yield:
4
-6
Ingredients
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5
cups
fresh broccoli florets
about 1 medium head broccoli
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1/2
cup
diced red onion
about 1/2 small onion
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3/4
cup
raisins
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1/2
cup
sliced cherry tomatoes
optional
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1/2
cup
mayonnaise
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1
tablespoon
white vinegar
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1
tablespoon
sugar
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Pinch
salt
to taste
Optional toppings:
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5-6
slices
bacon
cooked, drained, and crumbled
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1/2
cup
roasted salted sunflower seeds
Instructions
Add broccoli, onion, raisins, and cherry tomatoes, if using, to a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar. Stir in a pinch of salt, if desired.
Pour dressing over broccoli and toss well.
Serve with bacon and sunflower seeds in separate bowls on the side so individuals can add toppings as desired.
Keeps refrigerated in an airtight container for several hours.