Sweet and Tangy Broccoli Salad

Sweet and Tangy Broccoli Salad
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    25 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    148

Elevate your picnic spread with this vibrant broccoli salad, a delightful symphony of sweet and tangy flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds (and thirds!). Crisp broccoli florets mingle with smoky bacon, sweet raisins, and a zesty dressing for an unforgettable culinary experience.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    28 g
  • Cholesterol
    26 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    8 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    506 mg
  • Sugar
    21 g
  • Fat
    28 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
10 mins

Crisp the Bacon (10 minutes): In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy and deeply browned, turning occasionally. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble and set aside.

02

Step
0 mins

Combine the Salad Base: In a large bowl, gently combine the broccoli florets, chopped red onion, golden raisins, and crumbled bacon.

03

Step
0 mins

Prepare the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, and distilled white vinegar until smooth and well combined.

04

Step
5 mins

Dress and Season (5 minutes): Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. For best flavor, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

For a nuttier flavor, consider adding 1/4 cup of toasted slivered almonds or chopped pecans.
If you prefer a less sweet dressing, reduce the amount of sugar to 1/3 cup.
To add a bit of crunch, sunflower seeds can be substituted for nuts, or can be added in addition to nuts.
The salad can be prepared a day in advance. The salad dressing may become watery as it sits, so drain it slightly before serving.

Bennie Feeney

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 49 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Estevan Torp

    This salad was a huge hit at our family BBQ! Even the kids loved it.

  • Dee Flatley

    I let it sit in the fridge overnight and the flavors were even better the next day.

  • Virginia Mcglynn

    This is my new go-to salad recipe for potlucks and picnics!

  • Oswaldo Price

    I substituted the golden raisins with dried cranberries and it was delicious!

  • Willa Pfeffer

    So easy to make and everyone always asks for the recipe.

  • Jonathan Rempel

    Tip: Toast the bacon in the oven for extra crispy results!

  • Jovan Schroeder

    The bacon really makes this salad special. I used thick-cut bacon and it was amazing.

  • Kailyn Moore

    The dressing is perfectly balanced – not too sweet, not too tangy.

  • Karley Bartoletti

    I added some sunflower seeds for extra crunch and it was a great addition.

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