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Bacon Broccoli Salad
Crispy bacon, tender broccoli, tart cranberries, and creamy mayo come together in a classic side salad that's ready in under 15 minutes. A weeknight staple that tastes better than it looks.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 9g

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Ingredients
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Step 1
Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, ~8 minutes, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
Toss broccoli florets with mayonnaise until evenly coated.
Step 3
Fold in chopped bacon and dried cranberries until combined.
Step 4
Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve cold or at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- large mixing bowl
- wooden spoon
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