Classic Broccoli Salad

5 from 3 votes

This Classic Broccoli Salad is easy, and absolutely a crowd pleaser! So delicious with crispy bacon, crunchy sunflower seeds, hints of sweetness with raisins, and ranch dressing.

Prep Time15

Keyword: gluten-free, Paleo, Whole30

Servings:

Author: Amy Rains

Ingredients

1 large head of broccoli chopped into florets (about 5 cups)
6 slices bacon*
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 cup raisins
1/3 cup diced red onion
3/4 cup Ranch dressing**

Instructions

Heat a large skillet to medium high heat. Once hot, add the bacon, and cook for 3-4 minutes per side (depending on desired crispiness). Set aside to cool on paper towels. Once cooled, chop into pieces.
In a large bowl, combine bite sized broccoli pieces, sunflower seeds, raisins, red onion, bacon, and ranch dressing. Stir until well combined.
Transfer to the fridge, and let sit for at least 3-4 hours before serving, or overnight.

Notes

*Use a sugar free bacon such as Peterson Farm's

**I use Tessamae's Paleo Ranch, but feel free to use your own personal favorite. To make a homemade ranch, combine 1/2 cup Paleo Mayo (Primal Kitchen), 1/4 cup full fat coconut milk, 1 tsp dried parsley, 1 tsp dried dill, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp sea salt.

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