Kale and Broccoli Salad Recipe with Bacon and Cranberries

5 from 4 votes

Kale and Broccoli Salad Recipe with Bacon and Cranberries

This special broccoli salad recipe will even have broccoli haters asking for more. Bacon, cranberries, cheese and a super simple dressing make this broccoli salad the perfect diner, BBQ, or potluck salad this summer. It's a long time favorite in our family and we hope it will become yours as well.

Course Salad

Cuisine Canadian

Keyword broccoli salad

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings people

Calories 255kcal

Author Julie & Debbie

Ingredients

FOR THE BROCCOLI SALAD

3 heads broccoli cut into bite sized florets
1 bunch kale chopped
1/2 cup old cheddar cheese shredded
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup cashews
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
6 - 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled

FOR THE DRESSING

1/4 cup mayo
2 - 3 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
2 tsp maple syrup or honey
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

Instructions

Heat a skillet on medium high heat. Chop the bacon into small pieces and cook them in the skillet till they are crispy. Drain the bacon on some paper towel and set aside.
In a small bowl mix the dressing ingredients. Season to your tastes with salt and pepper. You may need to add a little more vinegar to thin it out. It should be slightly runny so that it will be enough to coat all the veggies. Set aside or in the fridge till you are ready to use it.
Wash the broccoli and kale well. Chop into bite size pieces. Add them to a large bowl. Add the shredded cheese, cranberries, sunflower seeds, cashews and bacon.
When you are ready to serve the salad, pour the dressing on top and toss it well. Serve within an hour.

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