KECIA'S BROCCOLI SALAD

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Broccoli florets in a tangy dressing. The sweetness of the raisins is a perfect foil for the salt and savory taste of the bacon.

Provided by Kecia Jones

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 13h30m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 head fresh broccoli, florets only
1 pound sliced bacon
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 cup raisins
1 cup unsalted peanuts
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
½ cup white sugar
½ cup mayonnaise

Steps:

Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside to cool. In a large bowl toss the broccoli florets, bacon, green onions, raisins and peanuts together.
In a small bowl whisk the vinegar, sugar and mayonnaise together. Pour half of the dressing over the broccoli mixture and refrigerate. Let marinate overnight. Just before serving top with remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.4 g, Cholesterol 50.1 mg, Fat 52.4 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 652.7 mg, Sugar 29.1 g