Best 7 Chopped Broccoli Salad Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Are you in search of a quick, easy, and flavorful recipe that will add a delightful crunch to your meals? Look no further than this chopped broccoli salad recipe by Tasty! This vibrant salad combines the goodness of broccoli with a medley of fresh and tangy ingredients, creating a dish that is not only delicious but also incredibly healthy. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing side dish or a nutritious main course, this chopped broccoli salad is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY BROCCOLI SALAD



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After sampling this broccoli salad at a barbecue, the recipe was given to me without any measurements. I can toss to together, and it turns out great everytime. -Sara Sherlock, Pork Alice, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine broccoli, cheese, bacon and onion. In another bowl, whisk mayonnaise, vinegar and sugar. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 35g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 585mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

CHOPPED BROCCOLI SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: small broccoli floret, small cauliflower florets, brussels sprouts, carrot, red onion, bacon, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, raw almonds, mayonnaise, plain greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, kosher salt, pepper

Provided by Crystal Hatch

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups small broccoli floret
1 ½ cups small cauliflower florets
1 cup brussels sprouts
1 cup carrot, chopped
½ cup red onion
4 slices bacon, cooked, roughly chopped (optional)
¼ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons sunflower seeds
¼ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup raw almonds, sliced
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup plain greek yogurt
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Add the broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, carrots, red onion, and bacon, if using, to the bowl of a large food processor. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped, or broken down to your desired consistency. Set aside.
  • Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  • Add the chopped vegetable mixture to a large bowl, along with the cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, and almonds. Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad and toss to combine, adding more dressing as desired.
  • Serve immediately
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 23 grams

TASTY BROCCOLI SALAD



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A great tasting salad, which can be made ahead and refridgerated up to 3 days. Refrideration time is included in preparation time.

Provided by weekend cooker

Categories     Onions

Time 7m

Yield 6-8 salads, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bunch fresh broccoli, cut into small bite size florets
1/2 purple onion, sliced and seperated
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup imitation bacon bits, for garnish (optional)
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Wash broccoli, ahead of time and drain well on paper towels.
  • In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients including the broccoli and mix well.
  • Combine dressing ingredients, and spoon over broccoli mixture and toss.
  • Refridgerate for several hours before serving.
  • Sprinkle bacon bits over salad just before serving.

BODACIOUS BROCCOLI SALAD



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This recipe is requested at every family gathering. Let it be your next dish that they crave! I like this dish to be prepared at least two hours before serving. Be sure to have copies of the recipe on hand, as everyone will ask for it!

Provided by Cassandra Kennedy

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 slices bacon
2 heads fresh broccoli, chopped
1 ½ cups sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
½ large red onion, chopped
¼ cup red wine vinegar
⅛ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
⅔ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, and crumble.
  • In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cheese, bacon and onion.
  • Prepare the dressing in a small bowl by whisking together the red wine vinegar, sugar, pepper, salt, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Combine dressing with salad. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 35.4 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 542.7 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

BROCCOLI SALAD



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It is easy to understand why broccoli salad is a mainstay of potluck dinners and community gatherings. Not only is it a crowd-pleaser, but also raw broccoli is a clever make-ahead ingredient because it maintains its hardy texture and crunch over time. (This Southern-inspired recipe can be made up to 24 hours ahead, then stored in the fridge.) While most traditional Southern broccoli salads feature a creamy mayonnaise dressing and are finished with bacon bits and grated cheese, this vegan riff offers a punchy vinegar mixture that serves as a quick pickling liquid for the onions and raisins before it's used as the final dressing. If you are making this salad in advance, leave the toasted almonds out until you are ready to eat.

Provided by Hetty McKinnon

Categories     lunch, weeknight, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup golden or black raisins (or dried cranberries)
1/2 red onion, finely sliced
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
4 teaspoons granulated sugar
Kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 1/2 pounds broccoli (about 2 heads)
1 apple (any variety), cored and cut into ½-inch cubes
2 scallions, white and green parts, finely sliced
Kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal) and black pepper
1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds, pepitas or sunflower seeds (see Tip)
1 cup red or green grapes (optional), halved crosswise

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: Place raisins and red onion in a small bowl. Add vinegar, sugar, ¾ teaspoon salt and 2 tablespoons of water, and toss to combine. Leave to pickle for 10 minutes while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
  • Peel the woody exterior from the broccoli stalks and discard. Chop the stalks into ½-inch pieces. Chop the broccoli florets into ½-inch pieces. (The pieces do not have to be uniform or the same shape.) Place all the broccoli into a large mixing bowl.
  • After 10 minutes, finish the dressing by adding the olive oil and sesame oil to the bowl with the pickling raisins and red onion, and stir well to combine. Taste and season with more salt if needed. It should be tangy, slightly sweet and a little salty.
  • Add the raisin-and-onion dressing to the broccoli along with the apple and scallions. Using two large spoons, toss well so that everything is well coated. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste. Taste to make sure you are happy with the seasonings, adding more if needed.
  • When you are ready to eat, add the almonds and grapes (if using), and gently toss. Serve at room temperature.

BACON AND BROCCOLI SALAD



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You'll want to serve this family-friendly broccoli salad with bacon year-round. The broccoli gets a big-time flavor boost from bacon, toasted pecans, dried berries and a mayo dressing. -Cindi Read, Hendersonville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 bunches broccoli, cut into florets (about 10 cups)
1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 cup dried blueberries
1 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
DRESSING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Pour over broccoli mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

ITALIAN BROCCOLI SALAD



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This adaptable make-ahead salad is a great instant lunch or side dish. It starts with raw broccoli florets and stems, thinly sliced into irregular shapes to create many textures. As the broccoli sits with salt and vinegar, it softens and becomes slaw. Its mellow flavor is contrasted by the loud ingredients typically found in an Italian sub or chopped salad, like shallots, pickled peppers, olives and provolone. Feel free to add more protein in the form of cured meats, chickpeas, lentils or mozzarella; vegetables like sweet tomatoes or iceberg lettuce; or basil.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small shallot, thinly sliced
1 1/2 pounds broccoli (about 2 medium heads)
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal) and black pepper
1/2 cup roasted, salted almonds, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup drained, sliced pickled peppers, such as peperoncini
1/4 cup pitted, torn olives, such as kalamata or Castelvetrano
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed
1/3 cup red wine vinegar, plus more as needed
3 slices provolone (about 3 ounces), torn or cut into bite-size pieces (or use 1 1/2 ounces aged provolone)

Steps:

  • Rinse the sliced shallot under cold water and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Cut the stalks away from the broccoli heads. Using a knife or vegetable peeler, remove the fibrous outer layer of the stalks so its light green insides emerge; compost or discard the outer layer. Thinly slice the stalks crosswise, then thinly slice the heads into bite-size pieces. (A mix of shapes and sizes adds texture to the salad, so chop up the broccoli a few ways; there's no one right way to go about it.) Transfer to the large bowl as you go, then transfer any loose bits from the cutting board to the bowl.
  • Season the broccoli generously with salt and pepper, then add the almonds, pickled peppers, olives, oil, vinegar and provolone. Toss vigorously with a spoon until everything is combined and the broccoli is shiny with oil.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings with salt, pepper, oil and vinegar as needed. Let sit at least 10 minutes before serving. The salad improves with age as its flavors meld, and it can be refrigerated for up to 4 days. Before serving, bring to room temperature and adjust salt, pepper, oil and vinegar to taste, as flavors change in the fridge.

Tips:

  • To save time, you can use pre-chopped broccoli or a broccoli slaw mix.
  • If you don't have any sunflower seeds, you can substitute another type of nut or seed, such as almonds, walnuts, or chia seeds.
  • To make the salad more substantial, you can add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • If you want a spicier salad, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • For a sweeter salad, you can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
  • This salad is best served immediately, but it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Chopped broccoli salad is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side salad, a main course, or a snack. It's packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, and fiber. The creamy dressing adds a rich flavor to the salad, and the crunchy nuts and seeds add texture. This salad is sure to please everyone at your next potluck or gathering.

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