Best 5 Tangy Broccoli Slaw Salad Recipes

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**Tangy Broccoli Slaw Salad: A Refreshing and Crunchy Side Dish**

Welcome to a culinary journey where flavors dance and textures delight! Discover the Tangy Broccoli Slaw Salad, a vibrant and refreshing side dish that will elevate any meal. This salad is a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, featuring crisp broccoli florets, shredded cabbage, crunchy carrots, and tangy dressing. With its perfect balance of sweetness, acidity, and a hint of spice, this salad will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. And the best part? It's effortless to make! Join us as we embark on a culinary adventure, exploring the wonders of Tangy Broccoli Slaw Salad and uncovering the secrets behind its irresistible charm.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Tangy Broccoli Slaw Salad:** This recipe forms the foundation of our flavor-packed salad. With a combination of fresh broccoli, cabbage, carrots, and a zesty mayonnaise-based dressing, this classic rendition is a crowd-pleaser.

2. **Asian-Inspired Broccoli Slaw Salad:** Experience an explosion of Asian flavors in this variation. We incorporate tangy rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger into the dressing, creating a salad that's both refreshing and aromatic.

3. **Healthy Broccoli Slaw Salad:** For those seeking a healthier alternative, this recipe swaps mayonnaise for Greek yogurt, resulting in a lighter and more nutritious salad without compromising on taste.

4. **Vegan Broccoli Slaw Salad:** Our vegan-friendly version caters to those with dietary restrictions or those who prefer plant-based meals. We use a creamy avocado-based dressing, ensuring a rich and satisfying salad experience.

5. **Broccoli Slaw Salad with Bacon:** Indulge in a smoky and savory twist with this recipe.Crispy bacon bits add an irresistible crunch and an extra layer of flavor, making this salad a hearty and satisfying side dish.

6. **Broccoli Slaw Salad with Almonds:** Experience a delightful combination of textures and flavors in this recipe. Toasted almonds add a nutty crunch and a touch of sweetness, elevating the salad to a new level of culinary delight.

7. **Spicy Broccoli Slaw Salad:** For those who love a kick of heat, this recipe incorporates a spicy dressing made with chili flakes or hot sauce. The subtle spiciness adds an extra dimension to the salad, making it a fiery favorite.

8. **Broccoli Slaw Salad with Dried Cranberries:** Discover a sweet and tangy harmony in this recipe. Dried cranberries bring a burst of natural sweetness, while maintaining the refreshing essence of the salad.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI SLAW



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup dried currants or dried cranberries
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1 large head broccoli (14.7 ounces or 416 grams), cut into 6 large pieces, including stems (3 cups)
1/4 small head red cabbage (271 grams or 9.6 ounces), cut into thirds (about 1 3/4 cups)
1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/2 small red onion (67 grams or 2.4 ounces), thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus leaves for garnish
1/2 cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped, plus leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the currants in a medium bowl and cover with boiling water. Let sit until soft and plump, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, mix the vinegar, honey, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Drizzle in the olive oil, whisking constantly, until emulsified.
  • Shred the broccoli florets and stems and red cabbage using the shredding disc of a food processor (see Cook's Note). Add to the bowl with the dressing and fold in the currants, almonds, onions, cilantro, parsley, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with more cilantro and parsley leaves, if desired.

SWEET AND TANGY BROCCOLI SALAD



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This broccoli salad will make your picnic a hit. Everyone loves it and will come back for seconds and thirds.

Provided by Dina

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ pound bacon
2 heads broccoli, cut into florets
½ cup chopped red onion
½ cup raisins
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup white sugar
½ cup distilled white vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate; crumble bacon.
  • Place broccoli, onion, raisins, and bacon in a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar together in a bowl; pour dressing over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 25.8 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 505.9 mg, Sugar 20.6 g

TANGY BROCCOLI SALAD



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Discover this Tangy Broccoli Salad from My Food and Family that's sure to please everyone. The zip in Tangy Broccoli Salad comes from a sweet and sour dressing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Holiday & Special Occasion Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings, 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing
2 Tbsp. sugar
2 Tbsp. HEINZ Distilled White Vinegar
6 cups small broccoli florets
6 slices cooked OSCAR MAYER Bacon, crumbled
1/2 cup chopped red onions

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 ingredients until blended.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add dressing mixture; mix lightly.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 4.4684 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

EASY BROCCOLI SLAW SALAD



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This is a cool, delicious, crunchy, savory and sweet broccoli slaw that will satisfy. Try this instead of coleslaw. Tastes just as good if not better the next day.

Provided by Mis' Kitchen

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

⅔ cup olive oil
⅓ cup cider vinegar
⅔ cup white sugar
2 (3 ounce) packages chicken ramen noodles, broken
10 ounces broccoli coleslaw mix
¾ cup sliced almonds
¾ cup golden raisins
½ cup sliced green onions
½ cup chopped green bell pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, sugar, and ramen noodle seasoning packets together in a bowl.
  • Combine broccoli coleslaw mix, broken ramen noodles, almonds, raisins, green onions, and green bell pepper together in a bowl; fold in dressing. Refrigerate at least 2 hours. Stir again before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Fat 26.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 403.4 mg, Sugar 28.4 g

TANGY BROCCOLI SLAW SALAD



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I love recipes with healthy substitutes. Broccoli Slaw Salad is a family tradition, but I started using kefir as a healthier substitute with a tangy kick. It's now a kid-friendly favorite that has probiotic power as well!

Provided by LifewayRecipes

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli slaw mix
1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
1/2 cup red onion (chopped)
1/2 cup raisins or 1/2 cup craisins
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3/4 cup plain lifeway kefir
2 teaspoons chili pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon turmeric (optional) or 1/2 teaspoon curry powder (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place broccoli slaw in mixing bowl.
  • Add kefir and vinegar, mix well.
  • Add chili pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and turmeric/curry powder and mix again.
  • Add in the remaining ingredients (raisins, bacon, onion), mix and chill in fridge until ready to serve.
  • Also great to add into wraps.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.2, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 15, Sodium 323.7, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 17.3, Protein 6.3

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful slaw, use a variety of broccoli florets, including both green and purple.
  • If you don't have any red cabbage, you can use green cabbage instead.
  • To make the dressing, you can use either mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
  • If you like a sweeter dressing, add a little bit of honey or maple syrup.
  • For a spicier dressing, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • Serve the slaw immediately or chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Tangy broccoli slaw is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a side dish that is both delicious and nutritious, give this tangy broccoli slaw a try!

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