Best 7 Broccoli Bacon Red Onion Salad Recipes

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Are you in search of a delightful and nutritious salad recipe that combines the flavors of broccoli, bacon, and red onion? Look no further! This broccoli bacon red onion salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion. Made with fresh broccoli florets, crispy bacon bits, sliced red onion, and a tangy dressing, this salad is a delightful blend of textures and tastes. This article presents two variations of this salad: a classic version with a creamy dressing and a refreshing lemon vinaigrette. Whether you prefer a rich and indulgent salad or a lighter and tangy one, you'll find a recipe that suits your taste. So, let's dive into the world of flavors and explore the recipes for this delectable broccoli bacon red onion salad!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST BROCCOLI SALAD



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The BEST Broccoli Salad Recipe! Loaded with crispy bacon, red onion and shredded cheddar cheese. Tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing. All you need to make this recipe is 9 ingredients and 15 minutes! This easy broccoli salad makes a great low carb side dish for Summer parties and barbecues!

Provided by Kelley Simmons

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium heads of broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces (about 4 cups)
1 cup red onion, diced
4 slices bacon, diced
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp granulated sugar
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine broccoli florets, diced red onion, cooked bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
  • In a small bowl whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, red wine vinegar, garlic powder and onion powder.
  • Pour the dressing on top of the salad mixture and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 26 mg, Sodium 346 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CREAMY BROCCOLI SALAD WITH BACON



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In this simple broccoli salad recipe, we toss broccoli with bacon, dried cranberries, red onion, and a tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. For the bacon, we recommend baking it instead of cooking it on the stovetop - it is more hands-off that way. See our article sharing how to cook bacon for tips. Vegan Broccoli Salad: Transform this into a vegan-friendly salad by substituting the bacon with 1/2 to 3/4 cup roasted and salted sunflower seeds and using vegan mayonnaise. Here's our recipe for vegan mayo.

Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Categories     Salad

Time 35m

Yield Makes approximately 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 slices thick-cut bacon
1/4 of a medium onion, finely chopped (about 1/3 cup)
1 pound broccoli (1 medium bunch)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup mayonnaise, try our homemade mayonnaise recipe
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt and fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon until crisp (see note below). Chop into small pieces.
  • Add onion to a small bowl and cover with warm water. Leave for 10 minutes, then drain. This tones the raw onion flavor a little.
  • Meanwhile, separate the broccoli crowns from their thick stem. Remove the woodiest part of the stem - usually 1/2-inch from the bottom - and discard (or save for stock). Chop the remaining portion of the stem into bite-size chunks. (If the stem is hardy, use a vegetable peeler to remove the outer layer and then chop-see our video to watch us do this.). Next, snap the florets from the broccoli crown and pull them apart so that they are bite-size. Rinse broccoli, and then pat or spin dry.
  • Drain the red onion and toss with the broccoli, bacon, and cranberries in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, stir the mayonnaise, cider vinegar, mustard, 1/4 teaspoon of fine sea salt, and a few grinds of pepper together. Taste for seasoning, then adjust.
  • Pour two-thirds of the dressing over the broccoli and onion and mix well. If the salad seems dry, add a little more of the dressing. Let stand at least 15 minutes before serving or keep refrigerated (it should last two to three days, but we have never been able to keep our hands off it for that long).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225, Protein 5 g, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 14 mg

BROCCOLI-BACON SALAD



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We can't think of a better picnic food, lunch snack or side dish than this crunchy and creamy broccoli-bacon salad. Packed with vitamin C (thanks to all those fresh florets) and coated in a smooth sauce, this is the refreshing salad you never knew you needed in your life. Topped with crunchy sunflower seed and crispy bacon, when you bring this dish to the potluck, you can bet everyone is going to be asking for the recipe.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 pound broccoli, cut into flowerets (5 cups)
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped yellow onion
1/4 cup sunflower nuts
6 slices bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar in large bowl. Stir in broccoli and onion; toss until coated. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours to blend flavors.
  • Sprinkle with nuts and bacon before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg

BROCCOLI-AND-BACON SALAD



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Can't stop eating.

Provided by Linda Z

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds broccoli florets
10 slices crisply cooked bacon, crumbled
½ cup chopped red onion
½ cup golden raisins
½ cup cashews
½ cup sliced water chestnuts
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar

Steps:

  • Toss broccoli, bacon, red onion, raisins, cashews, and water chestnuts together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar together until smooth; pour over salad and toss to coat.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until the dressing sets, at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 200.6 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

BROCCOLI BACON RED ONION SALAD



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Make and share this Broccoli Bacon Red Onion Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by HDMac

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head broccoli, chopped into bite-sized pieces
4 ounces red onions, sliced thin or chopped
3 ounces raisins
3 ounces sunflower seeds
8 ounces mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine broccoli, onions, raisins, and sunflower seeds, set aside.
  • Combine mayo, sugar, lemon juice and salt and pepper.
  • Fold dressing into salad mixture.
  • Refrigerate.
  • Add bacon just before serving.

EASY BROCCOLI BACON SALAD



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Anybody who doesn't like broccoli will change their mind upon taking their first bite.

Provided by readycooker

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
1 small red onion, chopped
12 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1 cup raisins
¼ cup sunflower seeds
½ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Combine broccoli, onion, bacon, raisins, and sunflower seeds in a bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, and red wine vinegar together in a bowl until dressing is smooth; pour over broccoli mixture and stir to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 94.7 mg, Sugar 20.4 g

BROCCOLI, BACON AND ONION SALAD



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Provided by Lisa Ferro

Categories     Salad     Onion     Side     Quick & Easy     Bacon     Broccoli     Bon Appétit     Houston     Texas     Sugar Conscious

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 cups broccoli florets (from about 1 large bunch)
8 slices bacon
2/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup toasted salted sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Cook broccoli in medium pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain well. Cook bacon in heavy large skillet over medium heat until brown and crisp. Transfer bacon to paper towels and drain. Crumble bacon. Whisk oil and vinegar in medium bowl to blend. Mix in onion. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Broccoli, bacon and dressing can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand separately at room temperature.)
  • Combine broccoli and bacon in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Garnish with sunflower seeds. Pass remaining dressing separately.

Tips:

  • For a more crispy bacon, cook it in a single layer in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • To save time, cook the bacon in the oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes or until crispy.
  • If you don't have red onion, you can substitute white or yellow onion.
  • For a sweeter salad, use dried cranberries instead of raisins.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, cook the bacon and chop the vegetables. Store the ingredients separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, assemble the salad and toss with the dressing.

Conclusion:

This broccoli bacon red onion salad is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its crunchy broccoli, crispy bacon, sweet red onion, and tangy dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this one a try!

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