Broccoli Bacon Salad

(Preparation time – 20 - 30 minutes; Serves – 10 (depending on portion size))

8 cups chopped broccoli florets

1 cup celery

½ cup finely sliced green onions (about 3 or 4)

12 slices crispy bacon – crumbled

½ cup almonds or sunflower kernels – toasted

1 cup grapes (red or white) – whole, halved, or sliced

1 cup mayonnaise (use Greek yogurt for a healthier version)

3 tablespoons brown sugar (maple syrup or honey can be used too)

2 tablespoons vinegar

Salt and Black pepper to taste

In a large bowl mix the mayonnaise, sugar, salt, and vinegar. Add the broccoli. Toss until broccoli is well coated. Refrigerated for a couple of hours – or up to 24 hours. When ready to serve the salad, add the rest of the ingredients and toss well.

The salad can be served alone as a main meal, or to accompany pasta, and / or soup.

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This is a good recipe to make when you’re super busy and like to entertain. You can make this in stages – broccoli holds up well with dressing in the refrigerator. The recipe recommends chopping the broccoli, tossing it in dressing and then refrigerating it for 24 hours. Although the recipe recommends this, it really depends on personal preference – how crispy and crunchy do you want the broccoli to be? I like it both ways. If you’re not used to eating raw vegetables you should refrigerate it with the dressing for the suggested time.

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