Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Sweet Peppers

4 servings

30 minutes

Broccoli salad with bacon and sweet pepper is an elegant combination of freshness and spiciness, embodying the French art of flavor balance. Crispy broccoli adds lightness to the dish, while bacon contributes a rich, salty-smoky note that harmonizes with the sweet pepper. The apple cider vinegar and mustard dressing enriches the composition with a light tang and subtle spice. This salad is perfect for a light dinner or festive table, serving as both a standalone dish or a side to meat or fish.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 273.2
• Proteins: 10.8g
• Fats: 21.1g
• Carbohydrates: 12.7g

Ingredients

• Bacon: 100 g
• Apple cider vinegar: 3 tbsp
• Mustard: 1 tsp
• Sugar: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Sweet pepper: 1 pc
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Green onions: 1 bunch
• Broccoli cabbage: 500 g
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp
• Tomatoes: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. Cut the bacon and fry for 10 minutes over medium heat. Then place the bacon on a paper towel to get rid of excess fat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bacon: 100 g

2. Use the fat left in the pan after frying bacon to make the sauce. Add vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a boil and add vegetable oil while stirring constantly. Remove the sauce from heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apple cider vinegar: 3 tablespoons
   • Mustard: 1 teaspoon
   • Sugar:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

3. Chop the green onion and add it to the hot sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green onions: 1 bunch

4. Divide the broccoli into florets and boil in salted water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Broccoli cabbage: 500 g

5. Cut the sweet pepper into strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet pepper: 1 piece

6. Cut the tomatoes into cubes. Combine all ingredients, mix, and dress with sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 2 pieces