Best 6 Crunchy Cranberry Broccoli Salad Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

If you're looking for a light and refreshing salad that's packed with flavor, you'll love this crispy cranberry broccoli salad. This salad is made with a mixture of fresh broccoli, sweet cranberries, crunchy almonds, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. It's the perfect side dish for any meal, and it's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY BROCCOLI SALAD



Cranberry Broccoli Salad image

Since our home state is a top producer of cranberries, I've nicknamed this tasty recipe "Wisconsin Salad." It features sweetened dried cranberries, which our family produces from the fresh crop we harvest every fall. -Cheryl Urban, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 to 3/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
3 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the broccoli, onion, cranberries and bacon. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, cream and sugar until smooth. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BROCCOLI CRANBERRY SALAD



Broccoli Cranberry Salad image

Fresh broccoli tossed with dried cranberries combined with bacon. Great for family gatherings.

Provided by lovecakes

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 strips bacon
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 heads broccoli, finely chopped
½ cup chopped red onion
⅓ cup salted sunflower kernels, toasted
¼ cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar in a bowl; refrigerate until ready to combine with salad.
  • Combine broccoli, onion, bacon, sunflower seeds, and cranberries in a large bowl. Drizzle mayonnaise dressing over broccoli mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 18.1 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 355.4 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

CRUNCHY AND EASY CRANBERRY SALAD



Crunchy and Easy Cranberry Salad image

Make and share this Crunchy and Easy Cranberry Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Queenkungfu

Categories     Fruit

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

16 ounces whole berry cranberry sauce
1 cup deluxe tropical fruit trail mix (no bananas)
2 ounces chopped pecans or 2 ounces walnuts
12 ounces thawed whipped topping

Steps:

  • break up cranberry sauce with a fork.
  • stir in trail mix and nuts.
  • fold in whipped topping and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.1, Fat 41.4, SaturatedFat 15.4, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 236, Carbohydrate 74.5, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 51.1, Protein 9.6

CRUNCHY BROCCOLI SALAD



Crunchy Broccoli Salad image

Growing up, I never liked broccoli, but I'm hooked on this salad's light, sweet taste. It gives broccoli a whole new look and personality. -Jessica Conrey, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 pound)
1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
3 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup sunflower kernels
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine broccoli, green onions and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar and sugar until blended; drizzle over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with sunflower kernels and bacon before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRUNCHY CRANBERRY SALAD



Crunchy Cranberry Salad image

Make and share this Crunchy Cranberry Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Linda N

Categories     Fruit

Time 30m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 ounces cranberries
1 large orange
2 (3 ounce) boxes Jello gelatin, Red
1 cup pecans, chopped
2 cups celery, chopped
3/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Chop cranberries and orange after washing first. The orange can be chopped with the peel on and seads in -- really! Cover the chopped fruit with sugar and let set overnight.
  • Drain and save the juice from the cranberry/orange mixture. Add enough water to the juice to make two cups of liquid (1 hot to dissolve the gelatin and 1 cold). Mix the two pkgs of Jello with the the two cups of liquid. Let partially set.
  • Dump in everything -- cranberries, orange, celery, and nuts. Stir well. Chill (that's the salad -- not you).
  • Serve with the meal. Then hide the rest for you. =).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.1, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 60.2, Carbohydrate 25.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 21.2, Protein 1.8

DELICIOUS BROCCOLI CRANBERRY SALAD



Delicious Broccoli Cranberry Salad image

Easy-to-make, super healthy salad. Perfect for picnics, parties, and family meals. The cranberries give it an extra tang. A real crowd pleaser!

Provided by dragonfly099

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large heads broccoli, cut into florets
1 cup dried cranberries
½ small red onion, chopped
½ cup chopped celery
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup rice vinegar
⅓ cup cashews

Steps:

  • Mix broccoli, cranberries, onion, and celery in a large bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, and rice vinegar together in a bowl; pour over broccoli mixture. Toss to combine. Sprinkle with cashews just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 226.6 mg, Sugar 18.3 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh cranberries. If fresh cranberries are unavailable, frozen cranberries can be used.
  • To make sure the broccoli is evenly coated in the dressing, add the broccoli to the dressing and toss to coat before adding the other ingredients.
  • If you don't have slivered almonds, you can use chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • For a sweeter salad, add an extra tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
  • This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This crunchy cranberry broccoli salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. With its sweet and tangy dressing, crunchy cranberries, and fresh broccoli, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Related Topics