Broccoli & Bacon Salad

July 23, 2018

Sometimes, you just need to go old school! This broccoli salad made with local vinegar in the dressing and crispy local bacon really brings back some great summer memories. #SaladWeek #BeatTheHeat

Broccoli & Bacon Salad

A Well Seasoned Recipe - Visit us in store on 64th Avenue, in Langley, BC

Ingredients for Dressing

1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Gillespie's Fine Spirits Ltd. cider vinegar*
3 tablespoons honey*
1/4 teaspoon sea salt*
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper*

Ingredients for Salad

2 lbs. broccoli florets, cut into small, bite-sized pieces
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/3 cup chopped red onion
6 slices Johnstons Local-Quality thick cut bacon
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/4 cup craisins or raisins

*Available at Well Seasoned

Instructions:

Make the dressing: Combine the mayo, cider vinegar, honey, salt & pepper in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cheddar cheese, raisins and red onions. Add the dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cook the bacon until crisp, drain & chop - right before serving, crumble it over the salad. Add the sunflower seeds and toss well. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately.