Indulge in a burst of sunshine with our refreshing Broccoli Salad! This vibrant dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring crisp broccoli florets, crunchy carrots, sweet red onion, and tangy dried cranberries. Tossed in a luscious homemade dressing of tangy mayonnaise, sweet honey, tangy Dijon mustard, and a hint of garlic powder, this salad is a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. It's a perfect side dish for summer barbecues, potlucks, or as a light and healthy lunch. With its vibrant colors and irresistible taste, our Sunshine Broccoli Salad is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
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AUDREY'S SUNSHINE RAISIN BROCCOLI SALAD
Make and share this Audrey's Sunshine Raisin Broccoli Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bliss
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Layer broccoli, raisin, bacon and onion in 2 1/2 quart serving bowl.
- Mix sugar, vinegar, and mayonnaise.
- together in small bowl; spread over onions sealing to edges of bowl.
- Sprinkle sunflower seeds on top.
- Cover and refrigerate to chill well.
- Just before serving, toss thoroughly.
- I do not put the bacon in until I toss it before serving.
- I also just bought the packages of broccoli that was ready to serve.
SUNSHINE NUTTY BROCCOLI SALAD TOSS
Yummy! The best ever version of a cold broccoli salad, great for lunches and potlucks! The raisins and grapes go really well with this, a crunchy surprise :) Change the amounts of any of the ingredients pretty easily to suit your tastes or the amount of people you need to feed :)
Provided by PickleLover
Categories Potluck
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Chop broccoli into larger bite size pieces, wash and cut grapes.
- Add grapes, raisins, almonds and crumbled bacon to the broccoli and toss.
- Mix Mayo and Miracle whip together, mix with broccoli mix until thoroughly coated. You may need more or less of the dressing depending on how much broccoli you actual end up with after trimming.
- Chill at least a few hours before serving and enjoy!
- Salad is best within 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 869.8, Fat 70, SaturatedFat 16, Cholesterol 71.8, Sodium 1239.5, Carbohydrate 49.2, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 21.5, Protein 18.2
SUNSHINE BROCCOLI SALAD
This is kind of on the sweet side, but you can substitute granulated Splenda and also use light or fat-free Miracle Whip for calorie control. I use prepackaged all-natural bacon bits to save time. It's popular at church gatherings.
Provided by Susan Feliciano
Categories Other Salads
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Mix broccoli, onion, raisins, bacon, and walnuts in a large serving bowl.
- 2. Combine salad dressing, sugar, and orange juice concentrate. Stir into broccoli and mix well.
- 3. Chill at least 1/2 hour before serving.
BROCCOLI SUNSHINE SALAD
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- 1. Mix mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar in large bowl.2. Add remaining ingredients toss until evenly coated. Store covered in refrigerator.To make spears, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch stalks. For pieces, cut the 1/2-inch stalks crosswise into 1-inch pieces (or size desired).NUTRITION FACTS: 1 Serving (about 1/2 cup): Calories 220 (Calories from Fat 160) Fat 18g (Saturated 4g) Cholesterol 20mg Sodium 210mg Carbohydrate 12g (Dietary Fiber 2g) Protein 4g % DAILY VALUE: Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 68% Calcium 4% Iron 4% DIET EXCHANGES: 2 Vegetable 4 FatLighter Broccoli Sunshine Salad: For 8 grams of fat and 130 calories per serving, use reduced-fat mayonnaise and cheese. Decrease bacon to 2 slices.From "Betty Crocker's Complete Cookbook, Everything You Need to Know to Cook Today, 9th Edition." Text Copyright 2000 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Tips:
- Select vibrant, crisp broccoli: Look for broccoli florets with a deep green color and tightly closed buds. Avoid florets that are wilted or yellowing.
- Blanch the broccoli to perfection: Blanching broccoli in boiling water for a short time preserves its vibrant color and crisp-tender texture while preventing it from becoming too soft.
- Use a variety of nuts and seeds: For added crunch and flavor, incorporate a mix of nuts and seeds such as almonds, walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds.
- Enhance the dressing with quality ingredients: To elevate the salad dressing, use freshly squeezed lemon juice, tangy apple cider vinegar, and flavorful Dijon mustard.
- Chill the salad before serving: After assembling the salad, chill it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the broccoli to become even more crisp.
Conclusion:
Sunshine Broccoli Salad, with its vibrant colors and delightful blend of textures and flavors, makes for a refreshing and nutritious side dish. Its versatility allows it to complement grilled meats, roasted chicken, or as a light lunch option. The combination of blanched broccoli, crunchy nuts and seeds, tangy dressing, and sweet dried cranberries creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Enjoy this healthy and delicious salad as part of your balanced diet, and explore other variations by incorporating different vegetables, fruits, or herbs to suit your preferences.
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