FRESH BROCCOLI SALAD WITH LEMON

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The slightly sweet flavor of this salad's dressing is a great contrast to the rich bacon. You can substitute cauliflower for the broccoli if you prefer. -Janet Roth, Tempe, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
14 cups small broccoli florets (about 2-1/4 pounds)
12 ounces fresh mushrooms, stems removed, chopped
16 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup raisins
1/3 cup chopped red onion
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Place the first 8 ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth., In a large bowl, combine broccoli, mushrooms, bacon, raisins and onion. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Ajruddin Ajruddin
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Aminu Muhammad
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it the day before and it will still be delicious.


Sajib K S
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. I'll definitely be making it again.


asanul islam
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


namrita gautaem
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I've never had broccoli salad before, but this recipe made me a fan. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Jonas Elifas
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious side dish. I highly recommend it.


Jayden Huffman
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!


Mario Torres
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The lemon-tahini dressing is the perfect complement to the broccoli. It's tangy and creamy, and it really brings out the flavor of the broccoli.


Afroza yasmin Prova
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I love that this salad is made with fresh broccoli. It gives it a really nice crunch.


Jessica Dustyhorn
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I've made it several times already and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ezekiel Kamara
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I'm not a huge fan of broccoli, but this salad actually made me enjoy it. The dressing is amazing!


Jesse Hyatt
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The broccoli salad was a hit at my party.


Alishah khan
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This broccoli salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for summer potlucks and picnics. The lemon-tahini dressing is light and tangy, and the broccoli is crisp and tender. I also added some roasted chickpeas for extra crunch and pr