Best 2 Best Ever Broccoli Salad Recipes

**Broccoli Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Side Dish**

Broccoli salad is a vibrant and refreshing side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or summer cookouts. This classic salad combines crisp broccoli florets with a variety of other ingredients, such as bacon, cheese, red onion, and sunflower seeds. Dressed in a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing, broccoli salad is a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

This article features two delicious broccoli salad recipes: a classic broccoli salad and a lightened-up version with Greek yogurt. Both recipes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. The classic broccoli salad uses mayonnaise, sour cream, and sugar for a rich and creamy dressing, while the lightened-up version uses Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and honey for a healthier and tangier dressing.

Whether you prefer a classic or lightened-up version, this article has the perfect broccoli salad recipe for you. So grab a head of broccoli and get ready to enjoy this delicious and refreshing side dish!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEST BROCCOLI SALAD EVER!

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This is a delightful, cool, and crisp salad with healthy fruits, vegetables, and nuts that is a great accompaniment to any entree. It's a real favorite with anyone who tries it. This is a fun recipe as you can get creative with it. I have even made it with out the sunflower seeds, and it was still delicious.

Provided by Nancy Gibson

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 crowns broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
¾ cup chopped walnuts
¼ red onion, finely chopped
¼ cup sunflower seed kernels
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
¼ cup bacon bits

Steps:

Whisk mayonnaise, cider vinegar, and sugar together in a small bowl until sugar dissolves and the dressing is smooth.
Toss broccoli, grapes, walnuts, red onion, sunflower seeds, cranberries, and bacon bits together in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over the salad and gently fold so ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 3 to 4 hours. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 17.3 mg, Fat 43.1 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 373.5 mg, Sugar 20.6 g

BEST EVER BROCCOLI SALAD

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After looking at over 300 Broccoli Salad Recipes on RecipeZaar to be sure I wasn't duplicating something that had already been posted, it would seem that the last thing that RecipeZaar needs is another Broccoli Salad Recipe. However, even though there are several recipes that are similar, this one has not been posted. Every time I take this anywhere I hear, "This is the best Broccoli Salad I have ever tasted", and I get many requests for the recipe, so I figured that posting on RecipeZaar was a good way to share it with all of those people, and introduce them to RecipeZaar at the same time. I had five requests for it just last night. This recipe makes enough for a large group, so if you are fixing it for a small gathering or family dinner, cut it in half.

Provided by Glassylady

Categories Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 12-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 lbs fresh broccoli
1 lb bacon
2 cups sunflower seeds
1 cup raisins
2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 cups Best Foods Mayonnaise
1/2 cup sugar
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

Wash and cut the broccoli into bite sized pieces. Use only the flowerets, discarding the large stem pieces.
Cut the whole pound of bacon into small pieces (this is very easy to do if the bacon is frozen) and fry the bacon pieces until crisp. Drain bacon on paper towels.
Whisk the mayonnaise and sugar together. After well blended, whisk in vinegar one tablespoon at a time. Refrigerate this dressing until time to serve the salad.
When taking this to a pot luck, I put each ingredient into a separate plastic bag and toss everything together in a large salad bowl just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.4, Fat 32, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 26.4, Sodium 545.9, Carbohydrate 60.5, Fiber 20, Sugar 23.6, Protein 22.8

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality broccoli. This will ensure that your salad is crisp and flavorful.
Cut the broccoli into small florets. This will help them cook evenly and absorb the dressing better.
Blanch the broccoli. This will help to preserve its color and crunch.
Use a variety of toppings. This will add flavor and texture to your salad. Some good options include bacon, cheese, nuts, and seeds.
Make the dressing ahead of time. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
Serve the salad chilled. This will help to keep it crisp and refreshing.

Conclusion:

Broccoli salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a broccoli salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.