Alyson's Broccoli Salad

Confirmed broccoli haters have changed their minds after tasting this salad. It is great for potlucks or buffet meals. Make a day or so before you wish to serve to meld the ingredients. I have used sugar substitutes for the white sugar and also used nonfat or low-fat mayonnaise and it still tastes great!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 559 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• ½ cup raisins
• 1 cup sunflower seeds
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 10 slices bacon
• 1 head fresh broccoli, cut into bite size pieces
• ¼ cup red onion, chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the broccoli, onion and raisins. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, sugar and mayonnaise. Pour over broccoli mixture, and toss until well mixed. Refrigerate for at least two hours.

Step 3

Before serving, toss salad with crumbled bacon and sunflower seeds.