Name: Loaded Broccoli Salad
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 3 slices bacon; 0.25 cup sour cream; 0.25 cup mayonnaise; 4 teaspoons rice vinegar or cider vinegar; 0.25 teaspoon ground pepper; 4 cups chopped broccoli; 0.5 cup sliced scallions; 0.5 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Loaded Broccoli Salad

4.5

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13 Reviews

This is the broccoli salad you will get special requests for. The combination of bacon, sour cream, mayonnaise, scallions and Cheddar is hard to resist.

Carolyn Casner

Updated on March 29, 2024

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

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Active Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

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Nutrition Profile:

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Nutrition Notes

What Are the Health Benefits of Broccoli?

One cup of raw broccoli gives you more than a day's worth of vitamins C and K, as well as a nice dose of vitamin A, folate and manganese. There are also 2 grams of fiber in that same cup of broccoli, which is about 7% of your daily needs. Evidence suggests that certain compounds in broccoli may help protect against heart disease and some cancers.

overhead view of Loaded Broccoli Salad in a bowl — Diana Chistruga

Is This Recipe Gluten-Free?

Yes, this recipe is gluten-free.

Tips from the Test Kitchen

Is There Another Method for Cooking Bacon?

If you prefer not to fry bacon in a skillet, there are other methods for cooking bacon. Try baking it in the oven or cooking it in the microwave. You can even cook bacon in an air fryer!

overhead view of bacon cooking in a pan — Diana Chistruga

I Don't Have Sour Cream. Is There a Substitute?

Yes! You can use plain Greek yogurt, which has a tangy flavor and thick consistency that's similar to sour cream.

How to Cut Broccoli for the Salad

Following our step-by-step guide, cut off the stalk of the broccoli and trim any leaves. Cut the crown into individual florets, then cut the florets in half. If the florets are large, cut them into quarters for bite-sized pieces.

Can I Make It Vegetarian?

Absolutely! You can omit the bacon and add walnuts, pecans or sunflower seeds for crunch. Or add smoked almonds for a savory smoked flavor.

Additional reporting by Jan Valdez and Carrie Myers

Ingredients

3 slices bacon
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons rice vinegar or cider vinegar
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
4 cups chopped broccoli
½ cup sliced scallions
½ cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions

Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon fat. Chop the bacon when cool enough to handle.

Diana Chistruga
Whisk sour cream, mayonnaise, vinegar, pepper and the reserved bacon fat together in a large bowl. Add broccoli, scallions, cheese and the chopped bacon. Stir to coat with the dressing.

Photographer / Brie Passano, Food Stylist / Annie Probst, Prop Stylist / Holly Raibikis

Equipment

Large skillet

To make ahead

Cover and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, May 2022

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

191	Calories
17g	Fat
4g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size generous 3/4 cup
Calories 191
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 4g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 6g	12%
Total Fat 17g	22%
Saturated Fat 6g	30%
Cholesterol 27mg	9%
Vitamin A 1668IU	33%
Vitamin C 46mg	51%
Vitamin D 5IU	1%
Vitamin E 1mg	4%
Folate 42mcg	11%
Vitamin K 33mcg	28%
Sodium 229mg	10%
Calcium 106mg	8%
Iron 1mg	6%
Magnesium 19mg	5%
Potassium 225mg	5%
Zinc 1mg	9%
Omega 3 1g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.