Best 4 Easy Quick Broccoli Salad Recipes

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Broccoli salad is a refreshing and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, a main course, or a snack. It is typically made with broccoli florets, mayonnaise, and other ingredients such as bacon, cheese, nuts, and dried fruit. Broccoli salad is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. In this article, you will find three easy and quick recipes to make broccoli salad. The first recipe is a classic broccoli salad made with mayonnaise, bacon, and cheddar cheese, the second recipe is a healthier version made with Greek yogurt and honey, and the third recipe is a vegan broccoli salad made with avocado and tahini dressing. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and nutritious salad.

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

EASY BROCCOLI BACON SALAD



Easy Broccoli Bacon Salad image

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

SUNNY'S QUICK STEAMED BROCCOLI SALAD



Sunny's Quick Steamed Broccoli Salad image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Two 10- to 12-ounce bags steamable broccoli florets, such as Birds Eye
4 to 6 sprigs fresh thyme
1 clove garlic, grated on a rasp grater
Zest of 1 lemon
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon sriracha
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar
Freshly cracked black pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • For the broccoli: Steam the broccoli according to the package directions.
  • Add the thyme, garlic and zest to a large bowl and brush or rub the ingredients against the bottom and sides of the bowl. Add the steamed broccoli and toss. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • For the dressing: In a medium bowl, add the mayonnaise, sriracha, lemon juice, sugar and some black pepper. Whisk until the sugar dissolves.
  • For the salad: Add the red onions, raisins and cranberries to the bowl with the dressing. Stir to combine.
  • Discard the thyme from the broccoli. Add the dressing and gently fold until the broccoli is evenly coated. Serve chilled or at room temperature sprinkled with the almonds.

QUICK AND EASY BROCCOLI SALAD



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Make and share this Quick and Easy Broccoli Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bunch fresh broccoli, chopped
1/2 lettuce head, cut in pieces
1/2 cup light ranch salad dressing
2 tablespoons Greek feta cheese

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients and refrigerate for about 1 hour and serve cold.
  • For Variation, you can add chopped cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, chopped cucumber and shredded carrots.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.3, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 8.4, Sodium 333.8, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 2

EASY-QUICK BROCCOLI SALAD



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Carrot sticks can be added if your family likes them (I'm the only one in mine that does) and you should adjust dressing accordingly. The addition of the carrot sticks also give the salad color and make it pretty I think, unfortunately my husband hates carrots.

Provided by Kathleen Morris

Categories     Other Salads

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

7 c broccoli florets
12 slice fully cooked maple bacon, crumbled
1/4 c very finely chopped red onion
1/2 c raisins
1/4 c sunflower seeds
1 c marzetti's coleslaw dressing

Steps:

  • 1. Combine all ingredients except dressing in large a bowl.
  • 2. Pour dressing over ingredients and mix lightly.
  • 3. Cover bowl and refrigerate at least 1 hour; mix lightly just before serving.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cut broccoli florets and pre-shredded cheese.
  • For a more flavorful salad, use roasted broccoli instead of raw broccoli.
  • To make the salad more crunchy, add some chopped almonds or walnuts.
  • For a sweeter salad, add some raisins or dried cranberries.
  • To make the salad more tangy, add some lemon juice or vinegar.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This easy and quick broccoli salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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