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Calories and fat can be decreased by omitting the bacon and using a sugar substitute; for an extra 240 calories, use regular mayonnaise and sprinkle with grated cheese for extra protein.

Serves:  8

Per Serving:  265 calories, 12g fat, 29 carbs, 10g protein, high fiber

Ingredients: 

5 cups broccoli florets

½ cup raisins

¼ cup red onion, sliced

10 strips bacon, fried & crumbled

1 cup toasted sunflower seeds

Dressing:

2 Tbsp sugar

1 cup fat-free mayonnaise

3 Tbsp white wine vinegar

Cooking Directions:

  1. Blanch broccoli florets in a pan of boiling salted water for 1 minute. Chill quickly under cold running water.
  2. Drain and pat dry. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, raisins, onions, bacon and sunflower seeds.
  3. Mix together the dressing ingredients in a small jar.
  4. Pour dressing over salad and toss. Refrigerate for several hours before serving.

Recipe from: The Cancer Survival Cookbook, D. Weihofen RD & C. Marino MD