Best 8 Sunflower Broccoli Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and nutritious salad to impress your friends and family? Look no further! Sunflower Broccoli Salad is the perfect dish to tantalize your taste buds and add a pop of color to your table. This delightful salad combines the crunchy texture of broccoli with the nutty flavor of sunflower seeds, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more. Whether you are hosting a potluck, planning a picnic, or simply seeking a refreshing side dish, Sunflower Broccoli Salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With its vibrant colors and unbeatable taste, it's time to discover the culinary delight that awaits in every bite of this sunflower broccoli salad.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI SALAD WITH RED GRAPES, BACON, AND SUNFLOWER SEEDS



Broccoli Salad with Red Grapes, Bacon, and Sunflower Seeds image

Try a flavor from the beaches of the eastern shore. This refreshing yet hearty family recipe has been adopted into the families of all of our friends. We never steam a bushel of crabs without having a huge bowl of this salad and corn on the cob on the table. This dish is simply mandatory at every BBQ, potluck or pitch-in event. Give it a try!

Provided by Coastal Roots

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices bacon
⅓ cup sunflower seed kernels
1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
⅓ cup diced red onion
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons white sugar
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place 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. Crumble 7 slices of bacon; mix with sunflower seeds in a resealable bag.
  • Combine broccoli, onion, and grapes in a bowl.
  • Crumble the remaining bacon slice. Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and black pepper together in a bowl; fold in the 1 slice crumbled bacon. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture; toss to coat evenly. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for flavors to blend, about 2 hours.
  • Sprinkle bacon-sunflower seed mixture over salad before serving; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.7 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 29 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 382.4 mg, Sugar 8 g

BACON BROCCOLI SALAD WITH RAISINS AND SUNFLOWER SEEDS



Bacon Broccoli Salad with Raisins and Sunflower Seeds image

This salad is sweet and crunchy. Broccoli, crumbled bacon, raisins and sunflower seeds, with a smattering of onion tossed in a mayonnaise-based dressing. Delicious!

Provided by Dawn

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ pound bacon
4 heads broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
1 ½ cups raisins
1 ½ cups unsalted sunflower seeds
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup granular sucralose sweetener (such as Splenda®)
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Place 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.
  • Toss bacon, broccoli, raisins, sunflower seeds, and onion together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, sweetener, and vinegar in another bowl until smooth. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 13.8 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 284 mg, Sugar 19 g

SUNFLOWER BROCCOLI SALAD



Sunflower Broccoli Salad image

This crisp salad is so refreshing that we always eat every bit. -Marilyn Newcomer, Sun City, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 green onion, chopped
3 tablespoons raisins
1 tablespoon sunflower kernels
DRESSING:
1/3 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons white vinegar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the broccoli, bacon, onion, raisins and sunflower kernels. In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients; stir until smooth. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss gently. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 464mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BROCCOLI, GRAPES, SUNFLOWER SEEDS COLD SALAD



Broccoli, Grapes, Sunflower Seeds Cold Salad image

Make and share this Broccoli, Grapes, Sunflower Seeds Cold Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mollyvf

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch fresh broccoli, chopped
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 Bacos bacon bits or 1/2 crumbled bacon
1/2 cup sunflower seeds or 1/2 cup pecans
1 cup seedless grapes, cut in halves
2 tablespoons wine vinegar
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Chop broccoli, red onion, and grapes.
  • Transfer to large bowl.
  • Add Bacos and sunflower seeds.
  • Prepare sauce and add to bowl.
  • Stir and serve or refrigerate.

BROCCOLI SALAD WITH SUNFLOWER SEEDS & CRANBERRIES RECIPE - (4/5)



Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds & Cranberries Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by KimberlyB

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-3 broccoli crowns, just the florets, finely chopped (5-6 cups)
10 bacon slices, crisp-cooked and crumbled
1/3 c red onion, diced
1/3 c sunflower seeds
1/3 c dried cranberries, chopped (golden raisins are equally good)
1/2 c mayonnaise
2 T apple cider vinegar
2 t sugar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1.To a salad bowl, add broccoli, bacon, onion, seeds, and cranberries. In a small bowl, mix mayo, vinegar, and sugar. Pour dressing mixture over salad and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve (at least one hour). Notes: I use about half the amount of mayo as other broccoli salad recipes. Feel free to increase the amount if you prefer your salad more dressed.

BROCCOLI RAISIN SALAD YOUR WAY (WITH OPTIONAL BACON & SUNFLOWER SEEDS)



Broccoli Raisin Salad Your Way (with Optional Bacon & Sunflower Seeds) image

The classic crunchy picnic salad, slightly deconstructed. Both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike can customize to their liking, and everyone's happy.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 medium head broccoli)
1/2 cup diced red onion (about 1/2 small onion)
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup sliced cherry tomatoes (optional)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
Pinch salt (to taste)
5-6 slices bacon (cooked, drained, and crumbled)
1/2 cup roasted salted sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Add broccoli, onion, raisins, and cherry tomatoes, if using, to a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar. Stir in a pinch of salt, if desired.
  • Pour dressing over broccoli and toss well.
  • Serve with bacon and sunflower seeds in separate bowls on the side so individuals can add toppings as desired.
  • Keeps refrigerated in an airtight container for several hours.

BACON BROCCOLI SALAD WITH RAISINS AND SUNFLOWER SEEDS RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Bacon Broccoli Salad with Raisins and Sunflower Seeds Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by á-47109

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb. bacon
4 heads broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 1/2 c. raisins
1 1/2 c. unsalted sunflower seeds
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 c. mayonnaise
1/4 c. white sugar
1/4 c. splenda
2 tbs. white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Place 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. Toss bacon, broccoli, raisins, sunflower seeds, and onion together in a large bowl. Whisk mayo, sugar, sweetener, and vinegar in another bowl until smooth. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

BROCCOLI SALAD WITH SUNFLOWER SEEDS



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This salad is always the first to go at my local church dinners.

Provided by Luann Crownover

Categories     Other Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled
1 bunch broccoli, chopped
1/2 head cauliflower, chopped
1 sweet onion, finely chopped
1/2 c sunflower seeds, hulled
1/2 c raisins, optional
DRESSING
1 c mayonnaise
1/2 c sugar
2 Tbsp rice vinegar, or any mild vinegar

Steps:

  • 1. Dressing: Mix all ingredients together and shake well. Set aside.
  • 2. Salad: Mix all ingredients together. Toss with dressing and chill.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have sunflower seeds, you can substitute another type of nut or seed, such as almonds, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds.
  • For a sweeter salad, add a tablespoon or two of honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
  • For a tangier salad, add a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to the dressing.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Sunflower 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 taste preferences. With its colorful presentation and refreshing flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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