Ingredients
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5 slices bacon
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3 medium heads broccoli, trimmed
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1/2 cup light mayonnaise
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1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
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3 tbsp lemon juice
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3 green onions, finely chopped
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1 tbsp sugar
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1 large clove garlic
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4 oz sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
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1/4 cup roasted unsalted sunflower seeds
Steps
1
Finely chop the bacon. In a 10-inch skillet on medium, cook bacon 8–10 min., until crispy, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate.
2
Meanwhile, finely chop the broccoli florets (around 8 cups). To a large bowl, add the mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice, green onions, and sugar. Finely grate the garlic into dressing. Whisk to combine.
3
To dressing, add broccoli, cheese, sunflower seeds, and half of bacon. Toss to combine. Season with salt to taste. Garnish with remaining bacon.
