Recipe Facts

Ingredients

• 2 heads / 2 lb / 907 g broccoli, cut into small florets
• 8 slices / 240 g beef or turkey bacon, diced (pork-free)
• 1/2 red onion, finely diced
• 1 cup / 113 g sharp cheddar, grated
• 1/2 cup / 120 g mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup / 60 mL buttermilk
• 2 Tbsp / 30 mL apple cider vinegar
• 1 Tbsp / 12 g granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp / 3 g kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp / 0.5 g freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup / 50 g sliced almonds, toasted

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook the pork-free bacon in a skillet until crisp, then drain on paper towels.
2. Step 2: Whisk the mayonnaise, buttermilk, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
3. Step 3: Add the broccoli, red onion, cheddar, and pork-free bacon and toss until evenly coated.
4. Step 4: Chill at least 1 hour, then scatter over the toasted almonds just before serving.

Cook's Notes

• Serves 8 | skillet | large bowl
• Pork-free bacon only; beef or turkey bacon gives the smoke without pork.
• Cut the broccoli small so every bite is tender.
• Add the almonds at the end so they stay crunchy.