Description
A fresh and crunchy broccoli salad tossed with crispy bacon and vibrant vegetables, dressed in a sweet and tangy honey Dijon dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for a quick lunch or a side dish at any gathering.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ¼ cup red onion, chopped
- ¼ cup red cabbage, chopped into slivers
- ¼ cup carrots, shredded
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Salad: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cooked and crumbled bacon, chopped red onion, shredded carrots, and red cabbage slivers. Mix well to evenly distribute all the ingredients.
- Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined to create a flavorful honey Dijon dressing.
- Toss: Pour the prepared dressing over the broccoli mixture and toss gently but thoroughly to ensure every bite is coated with the dressing.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for a fresher crunch or refrigerate it for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve for best taste.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit bacon or substitute with vegetarian bacon alternatives.
- Chilling the salad for an hour enhances the flavors but it can also be served right after tossing.
- Adjust honey and vinegar amounts to taste for more sweetness or tanginess.
- Use fresh garlic to get the best flavor in the dressing.
- Use olive oil for a healthier fat option in the dressing.
