Marties Broccoli Salad With Bacon And Cheese

This creamy broccoli salad is a game-changer, packed with the savory flavors of crispy bacon, tangy cheddar cheese, and a refreshing Greek yogurt dressing. It’s the perfect side dish for any gathering, with a delightful balance of textures and flavors that will leave your guests begging for more!

Ready Time

30 mins

Yields

9 servings

Ingredients

3 pounds broccoli florets
6 slices of bacon, diced
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Cook the broccoli florets in a large pot of boiling water until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and immediately submerge in an ice bath to stop the cooking process.

Once cooled, drain and set aside.

In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium-high heat until crispy. Remove from heat and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.

In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and Greek yogurt until smooth.

Add the grated cheddar cheese, chopped red onion, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add the cooked broccoli florets to the bowl and toss until well coated with the dressing.

Stir in the crispy bacon until well combined. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

Make sure to not overcook the broccoli, it should still have a bit of crunch to it.

Also, immediately submerging it in an ice bath after cooking will help retain its bright green color.

Resist the temptation to stir the bacon constantly while it’s cooking, let it develop a nice crust on one side before stirring.

This will ensure it’s crispy and golden brown.

Don’t be shy with the salt and pepper, taste as you go and adjust the seasoning to your liking.

You can customize the amount of cheese to your liking, if you’re a cheese lover like me, add a bit more! Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes, but the longer the better, trust me!