Healthy Broccoli Salad

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This Healthy Broccoli Salad is packed with crunchy broccoli, salty bacon, sunflower seeds, sweet raisins and the most delicious creamy greek yogurt dressing.

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This fresh and flavorful salad is lightened up from the classic mayo-heavy side dish and will be your go-to dish all summer long.

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To make, cook the bacon. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Add the bacon slices.

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Cook for 18-20 minutes, or until crispy. When done, transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Then crumble into small pieces.

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Next, blanch the broccoli. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Generously salt. Once boiling, add broccoli florets.

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Cook for 1 minute. Then immediately transfer broccoli to a colander with ice and run under cold water to stop the cooking. Use a paper towel to dry the broccoli completely.

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To a small bowl, add the mayo, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vinegar and black pepper.

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Add a pinch of salt and whisk to combine.

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In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli, raisins, red onion, and cooked bacon.

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Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture and stir until everything is well combined.

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Best if chilled in the fridge for at least an hour before serving!

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