This is the best broccoli grape salad I’ve ever had. I like it so much because, as opposed to some other broccoli grape recipes I’ve seen, it has all fresh ingredients (grapes instead of raisins, bacon instead of bacon bits, etc). And, it is SO easy! It’s a perfect side to bring to barbecues and things like that, people love it cause it’s not the typical salad that people usually bring (green, potato, or macaroni). So, here you go:

Broccoli Grape Salad

• 4 c. grapes, cut in half*
• 1 broccoli head, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 lb. bacon, cooked & crumbled
• 3/4 c. sunflower seeds
• 1/2 red onion, sliced*
• Dressing:
• 1 c. mayonnaise
• 1/2 c. sugar
• 1 Tbsp. cider vinegar

1. Cook bacon.*
2. Combine mayonnaise, sugar & vinegar. Set aside.
3. Combine grapes, broccoli, bacon, sunflower seeds & onion.
4. Pour dressing over salad; toss until combined.
5. Let sit in fridge overnight, if desired (this just lets the flavors meld together a bit, it almost marinades the broccoli).

Recommendations:

• Grapes: Definitely don’t skip the step of cutting the grapes in half. It makes the grapes absorb some of the dressing & it is just SO annoying to try to chase a whole grape around your plate!
• Red onion: If you’re making this for someone who might not like onions, don’t leave the onion out, just chop them small instead of slicing them. The onions add a lot of flavor, even if you only put a little bit in.
• Bacon: I just cook my bacon on a plate.  I just put a bunch of paper towels underneath the bacon, cover it with more paper towels, & nuke it till it’s done.  SOOO much faster & it tastes just the same!

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