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Crispy BLT Broccoli Salad Recipe with Creamy Honey Mustard Dressing

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A crunchy and creamy broccoli salad featuring crispy bacon, fresh veggies, and a tangy-sweet homemade honey mustard dressing. Perfect for quick dinners, potlucks, and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon: Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Lay the bacon strips flat and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy (about 8 minutes total). Drain on paper towels and let cool. Once cool, crumble into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Prepare the broccoli: Rinse the broccoli florets under cold water and pat dry thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Chop into small, bite-sized pieces—about 4 cups total. Optionally, blanch in boiling water for 1 minute and shock in ice water for milder flavor, but raw is best for crunch.
  3. Prep the vegetables: Halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and slice the green onions. Set aside.
  4. Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, combine mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake well until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Assemble the salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli, crumbled bacon, cherry tomatoes, red onion, green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese. Pour the creamy honey mustard dressing over the salad. Toss gently but thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Chill before serving: Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the dressing to meld with the salad ingredients. Toss again before serving.

Notes

Use fresh, firm broccoli for best crispness and pat dry thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Slow and steady crisping of bacon yields better texture. Chill salad for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. If dressing thickens after refrigeration, stir in a teaspoon of water or apple cider vinegar to loosen. For dairy-free, substitute cheddar with plant-based cheese and mayonnaise with vegan mayo. Reduce honey or replace with maple syrup to cut sugar.

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Keywords: broccoli salad, BLT salad, honey mustard dressing, bacon salad, creamy salad, easy salad recipe, potluck salad, low-carb salad, gluten-free salad

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