Best 6 Broccoli Peanut Cherry Salad Recipes

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Broccoli peanut cherry salad is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with flavor and texture, and it is easy to make. The combination of broccoli, peanuts, cherries, and dressing creates a delightful salad that is both refreshing and satisfying. The broccoli provides a crunchy texture, while the peanuts add a nutty flavor. The cherries add a touch of sweetness, and the dressing brings it all together with a tangy, flavorful punch. This salad is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI SALAD



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This side is from Mabel's BBQ, located in Cleveland and Las Vegas.

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup buttermilk
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon Bertman Ball Park Mustard or other stadium-style brown mustard
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg (preferably freshly grated)
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large bunch broccoli, cut into small florets; stems peeled, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced
1 cup roasted salted peanuts
1 cup dried cherries
1 cup thinly sliced scallions

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk to combine the buttermilk, yogurt, vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, nutmeg and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the broccoli, peanuts, cherries and scallions.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 day.

PASTA SALAD WITH BROCCOLI AND PEANUTS



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The peanut butter, rice vinegar, and soy sauce give this Pasta Salad with Broccoli and Peanuts an Asian-inspired flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt
1/2 pound whole-wheat fusilli
2 heads (2 pounds) broccoli
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced crosswise (1 cup)
1/2 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, and rinse under cold water; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, trim 1 inch from the stem end of broccoli stalks. Using a vegetable peeler or paring knife, peel outer layer of stalks; thinly slice crosswise. Separate florets into bite-size pieces.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium.Add pepper flakes, broccoli, and 3/4 cup water; cover and cook until broccoli is crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Uncover and cook until liquid has evaporated and broccoli is tender, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together remaining 2 tablespoons oil, vinegar, peanut butter, and soy sauce until smooth. Add cooled pasta, broccoli, scallions, and peanuts; toss to combine. Serve immediately, or refrigerate and serve chilled.

BROCCOLI PEANUT SALAD



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There are lots of variations of this Broccoli Salad. I have had similar salads with sunflower seeds or toasted pecans instead of the peanuts.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
5 cups broccoli florets
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped peanuts
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 -2 slice bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar and lemon juice.
  • Chill for an hour or two.
  • In a large bowl, combine broccoli, raisins, peanuts, onions and bacon.
  • Add the dressing mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.5, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 0.9, Sodium 31.7, Carbohydrate 41.1, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 33.2, Protein 5.6

BROCCOLI SALAD WITH PEANUT VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 1/2 cups broccoli florets
1/2 cup roasted, unsalted peanuts
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Blanch broccoli florets about 3 minutes. Immediately refresh in a bowl of iced water and drain.
  • Grind nuts in a blender or food processor until fine, being careful not to over process. Whisk nuts with remaining ingredients in a bowl until a vinaigrette is formed. Add broccoli, toss, and serve. The tossed salad may be stored in refrigerator for 6 to 8 hours.

BROCCOLI SALAD WITH PEANUT DRESSING



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Make and share this Broccoli Salad with Peanut Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Vegetable

Time 7m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 1/2 cups broccoli florets
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1/2 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon oriental chili sauce or 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Blanch broccoli florets in hot salted water for about 3 minutes.
  • Refresh in a bowl of iced water and drain.
  • Whisk peanut butter with remaining ingredients in a bowl until a vinaigrette is formed.
  • Add broccoli, toss, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.1, Fat 29, SaturatedFat 4.3, Sodium 325.9, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.6, Protein 6.9

BROCCOLI, PEANUT & CHERRY SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons Salt
6 cups Broccoli florets
1/2 cup Sour Cream
1 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar
2 tablespoons Fresh OJ
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/4 cup Dired Cherries (chopped)
1/3 cup Roasted Peanuts (chopped)

Steps:

  • In a large pot, bring 4 qt. of water with salt to a boil. Add the broccoli, and cook until just tender (3 minutes). In a large bowl, fill with water and ice cubes. Add broccoli to ice bath; then drain. In another bowl, whisk sour cream, vinegar and oj. Season with pepper and 1/4t salt. Toss broccoli, cherries and 1/4C peanuts with dressing. Garnish with remaining peanuts.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp broccoli. If you don't have fresh broccoli, you can use frozen broccoli, but be sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • To save time, you can use pre-chopped broccoli florets.
  • If you don't have peanut butter, you can use another type of nut butter, such as almond butter or cashew butter.
  • If you don't have cherries, you can use another type of fruit, such as grapes or berries.
  • To make the salad more filling, add some cooked chicken or tofu.
  • For a vegan version of the salad, use vegan mayonnaise or yogurt.

Conclusion:

Broccoli peanut cherry salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, and fiber. The peanut butter dressing adds a creamy and nutty flavor, while the cherries add a touch of sweetness. This salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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