Best 7 Fresh Broccolimandarin Salad Recipes

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Broccoli and mandarin salad is a delightful and refreshing salad that combines the flavors of sweet, juicy mandarins with crisp, tender broccoli. This salad is perfect for a light summer meal or as a side dish for grilled chicken or fish. The combination of broccoli and mandarin oranges provides a balance of flavors and textures that is both satisfying and healthy. With its vibrant colors and abundance of nutrients, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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

MANDARIN BROCCOLI SALAD



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Sweet, crunchy and colorful, this salad has a fresh mix of textures and flavors. It tastes even better when you chill it overnight, if you can wait that long. -Margaret Allen, Abingdon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sugar
4 teaspoons cider vinegar
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 small red onion, halved and sliced
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained

Steps:

  • Whisk mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar; set aside. In a salad bowl, combine broccoli, onion, raisins and pecans. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Gently stir in oranges. Refrigerate, covered, at least 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 17g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FRESH BROCCOLI/MANDARIN SALAD



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I write a food column for our local newspaper, and I consider myself a pretty good judge of recipes. But I'll admit I was surprised by this one-I didn't think the usual ingredients would go together as well as they do. -Connie Blommers, Pella, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

CUSTARD DRESSING:
1/2 cups sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup water
1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons butter, softened
SALAD:
4 cups fresh broccoli florets, 1-inch cuts
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 medium red onion, sliced in 1/8-inch-thick rings
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and mustard. Combine vinegar and water. Stir into sugar mixture until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat., Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg and yolk; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in mayonnaise and butter. Cool to room temperature without stirring. Chill., In a large salad bowl, combine the broccoli, mushrooms, onion, oranges, bacon, almonds and raisins. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

FRESH BROCCOLI SALAD



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 lemon, zested
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1 pound broccoli, rinsed, trimmed and sliced thinly on a mandolin
6 ounces cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
3 ounces coarsely chopped, toasted pecans or hazelnuts
2 tablespoons chiffonade fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, zest, lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper in a medium mixing bowl. While whisking constantly, gradually add the olive oil. Add the broccoli and toss to coat. Cover and place in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, hazelnuts and basil. Cover and allow to sit, at room temperature or in the refrigerator, for another 15 minutes before serving.

FRESH BROCCOLI SALAD



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This is a yummy summer salad that uses an interesting combination of fruits, vegetables and meats. Before you decide you won't like it, try it. You'll be pleasantly surprised. You can add an extra head of broccoli, if you like.

Provided by Nora

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 heads fresh broccoli
1 red onion
½ pound bacon
¾ cup raisins
¾ cup sliced almonds
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a deep skillet and cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Cool and crumble.
  • Cut the broccoli into bite-size pieces and cut the onion into thin bite-size slices. Combine with the bacon, raisins, your favorite nuts and mix well.
  • To prepare the dressing, mix the mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar together until smooth. Stir into the salad, let chill and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 352.9 mg, Sugar 20.3 g

FRESH BROCCOLI SALAD



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups cooked broccoli florets
6 cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1/8 cup red onion slivers (Recommended: Ready Pac)
1/4 cup fresh pearl-size mozzarella(Recommended: Cantare)
1/4 cup red wine vinaigrette (Recommended: Briana's)
Pepper Mill

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together all ingredients, except black pepper.
  • Divide among 2 chilled salad plates. Serve with freshly ground pepper.

BROCCOLI MANDARIN SALAD



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This is another really good broccoli salad recipe - with mandarin oranges! I got this recipe from the cookbook - The Best of the Best, and More (The Best of Bridge).

Provided by Shannon 24

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup mayonnaise
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup raisins
8 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
10 ounces mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 red onion, sliced

Steps:

  • For the dressing, in a saucepan, whisk together eggs, sugar, cornstarch and dry mustard.
  • Add vinegar and water and cook slowly until it is thickened.
  • Remove from heat and stir in mayonnaise.
  • Cool.
  • For the salad marinate broccoli in dressing for several hours.
  • Add remaining ingredients and toss well.

BROCCOLI MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD



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Easy, tasty Broccoli Salad. Great for lunch or dinner.I got the recipe from Good Taste fine recipes.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Fruit

Time 34m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups broccoli florets
1 tablespoon sliced almonds
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange sections, well drained
1/2 orange, juice and zest of
2 green onions, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar or 1 teaspoon Splenda sugar substitute
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Steam broccoli in covered saucepan for 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and rinse with cold running water.
  • Place in serving bowl and chill, covered.
  • In medium-sized bowl combine the remaining ingredients.
  • Toss gently.
  • Allow to stand at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes.
  • When ready to serve, Pour marinated orange mixture on chilled broccoli and stir gently.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.3, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 32.1, Carbohydrate 38.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 26.7, Protein 4.2

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest ingredients possible. Fresh broccoli and mandarin oranges will give your salad the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the broccoli. Broccoli should be cooked until it is bright green and tender-crisp. Overcooked broccoli will be mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Use a variety of textures in your salad. The broccoli and mandarin oranges provide different textures, but you can also add other ingredients, such as chopped nuts, seeds, or crispy wonton strips.
  • Make a flavorful dressing. The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the salad together. Use a combination of oil, vinegar, and seasonings to create a dressing that is both tangy and flavorful.
  • Serve the salad immediately. Broccoli and mandarin orange salad is best served fresh. If you make it ahead of time, the broccoli may become soggy and the mandarin oranges may lose their sweetness.

Conclusion:

Broccoli and mandarin orange salad is a delicious, healthy, and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its vibrant colors and flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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