Crispy Bacon and Broccoli Salad with Tangy Dijon Dressing

Bacon and Broccoli Salad is a simple, flavorful dish made with fresh broccoli, crispy bacon and cheese, all tossed in a creamy garlic dressing. It works perfectly as a main course for a light meal or as a hearty side dish for gatherings.

This recipe comes from Carina Duclos, one of our cooks who regularly shares tasty, approachable dishes. Her Creamy Bacon & Broccoli Salad is easy to make and can be lightened by using low-fat yogurt and mayonnaise if you prefer.

Recipe by Carina Duclos

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, chopped red onion, crushed garlic and grated Parmesan. Stir until smooth and well blended.
2. Add the broccoli florets, chopped crispy bacon, and optional ingredients such as cheddar and cranberries. Toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
3. Taste before adding salt — both bacon and Parmesan add saltiness. Finish with freshly crushed black pepper to taste.
4. Chill briefly if desired, then serve and enjoy.

Tips: Use low-fat yogurt and mayonnaise for a lighter version. For best texture, use crisp-tender broccoli and fully crisped bacon.

We’d love to hear from you — did you try the recipe or make any adjustments? Share your feedback in the comments. Thanks for reading and happy cooking!

Recipe Card

Bacon and Broccoli Salad

Yield:
8 – 10 Persons

Prep Time:
5 minutes

Total Time:
5 minutes

A quick, crowd-pleasing salad combining fresh broccoli, crisp bacon and a creamy, garlicky dressing. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Ingredients

The Salad

• 4 heads of broccoli, florets
• 6 slices chopped crispy bacon
• Grated cheddar cheese (optional)
• Dehydrated cranberries (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

The Dressing

• 3 cups (700 ml) plain yogurt
• 1.5 cups (360 g) mayonnaise
• Half a red onion, chopped
• 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Combine yogurt, mayonnaise, chopped onion, garlic and Parmesan in a bowl to make the dressing.
2. Toss the broccoli florets, chopped bacon and any optional ingredients with the dressing until evenly coated. Taste before adding salt, since bacon and Parmesan add saltiness. Add freshly crushed black pepper if desired.
3. Chill briefly if you like, then serve and enjoy.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 10
Serving Size: 1

Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 388Total Fat: 31gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 24gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 497mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 6gSugar: 8gProtein: 10g

Nutrition information isn’t always accurate

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