Best 2 Best Ever Broccoli Salad Recipes

Broccoli salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish, is an excellent choice for summer gatherings, potlucks, or picnics. It's a versatile salad that can be tailored to your personal preferences, and with the right combination of ingredients, it can become the star of any meal. From classic recipes to innovative variations, let's explore the culinary world of broccoli salad and discover the secrets to creating the best ever version of this delectable dish.

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

BEST BROCCOLI SALAD EVER!

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This is a delightful, cool, and crisp salad with healthy fruits, vegetables, and nuts that is a great accompaniment to any entree. It's a real favorite with anyone who tries it. This is a fun recipe as you can get creative with it. I have even made it with out the sunflower seeds, and it was still delicious.

Provided by Nancy Gibson

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 crowns broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
¾ cup chopped walnuts
¼ red onion, finely chopped
¼ cup sunflower seed kernels
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
¼ cup bacon bits

Steps:

Whisk mayonnaise, cider vinegar, and sugar together in a small bowl until sugar dissolves and the dressing is smooth.
Toss broccoli, grapes, walnuts, red onion, sunflower seeds, cranberries, and bacon bits together in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over the salad and gently fold so ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 3 to 4 hours. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 17.3 mg, Fat 43.1 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 373.5 mg, Sugar 20.6 g

BEST EVER BROCCOLI SALAD

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After looking at over 300 Broccoli Salad Recipes on RecipeZaar to be sure I wasn't duplicating something that had already been posted, it would seem that the last thing that RecipeZaar needs is another Broccoli Salad Recipe. However, even though there are several recipes that are similar, this one has not been posted. Every time I take this anywhere I hear, "This is the best Broccoli Salad I have ever tasted", and I get many requests for the recipe, so I figured that posting on RecipeZaar was a good way to share it with all of those people, and introduce them to RecipeZaar at the same time. I had five requests for it just last night. This recipe makes enough for a large group, so if you are fixing it for a small gathering or family dinner, cut it in half.

Provided by Glassylady

Categories Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 12-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 lbs fresh broccoli
1 lb bacon
2 cups sunflower seeds
1 cup raisins
2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 cups Best Foods Mayonnaise
1/2 cup sugar
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

Wash and cut the broccoli into bite sized pieces. Use only the flowerets, discarding the large stem pieces.
Cut the whole pound of bacon into small pieces (this is very easy to do if the bacon is frozen) and fry the bacon pieces until crisp. Drain bacon on paper towels.
Whisk the mayonnaise and sugar together. After well blended, whisk in vinegar one tablespoon at a time. Refrigerate this dressing until time to serve the salad.
When taking this to a pot luck, I put each ingredient into a separate plastic bag and toss everything together in a large salad bowl just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.4, Fat 32, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 26.4, Sodium 545.9, Carbohydrate 60.5, Fiber 20, Sugar 23.6, Protein 22.8

Tips:

Choose the freshest broccoli: Look for broccoli crowns that are deep green in color and have tightly closed florets. Avoid crowns that are yellowing or have loose, open florets.
Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets: This will help the broccoli cook evenly and make it easier to eat.
Blanch the broccoli: Blanching is a quick process of boiling the broccoli in hot water and then immediately transferring it to ice water. This helps to preserve the broccoli's bright green color and crisp texture.
Use a variety of ingredients in your salad: This will add flavor and texture to the dish. Some popular additions include bacon, cheese, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit.
Make the dressing ahead of time: This will allow the flavors to meld together and make the dressing more flavorful. You can store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Serve the salad chilled: Broccoli salad is best served chilled, so make sure to refrigerate it for at least an hour before serving.

Conclusion:

Broccoli salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a broccoli salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.