Best 4 Sunshine Broccoli Salad Recipes

Sunshine broccoli salad is a dish that is both visually appealing and refreshing to the taste buds. It typically consists of broccoli florets, red onion, carrots, bacon, and dried cranberries, all tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing. The broccoli florets provide a base for the salad and add a slightly bitter flavor, while the red onion adds a sharp, pungent flavor. The carrots add a touch of sweetness, and the bacon and dried cranberries add a salty and tart flavor, respectively. The dressing is typically made from mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, vinegar, and spices, and it brings all of the flavors together. Sunshine broccoli salad can be made ahead of time and served as a side dish or a main course, and it is also a popular dish to bring to potlucks.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

AUDREY'S SUNSHINE RAISIN BROCCOLI SALAD

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Make and share this Audrey's Sunshine Raisin Broccoli Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bliss

Categories < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

6 cups chopped fresh broccoli, including stems blanched, drained and cooled (I do not blanch, but leave it like it is)
1 cup raisins
1/2 lb bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh red onion
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup roasted sunflower seeds (optional)

Steps:

Layer broccoli, raisin, bacon and onion in 2 1/2 quart serving bowl.
Mix sugar, vinegar, and mayonnaise.
together in small bowl; spread over onions sealing to edges of bowl.
Sprinkle sunflower seeds on top.
Cover and refrigerate to chill well.
Just before serving, toss thoroughly.
I do not put the bacon in until I toss it before serving.
I also just bought the packages of broccoli that was ready to serve.

SUNSHINE NUTTY BROCCOLI SALAD TOSS

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Yummy! The best ever version of a cold broccoli salad, great for lunches and potlucks! The raisins and grapes go really well with this, a crunchy surprise :) Change the amounts of any of the ingredients pretty easily to suit your tastes or the amount of people you need to feed :)

Provided by PickleLover

Categories Potluck

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 lbs broccoli, heads stems cut off
1/2 lb crisp red grapes (cut in half)
1/2 cup raisins
1 lb bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
1 cup slivered almonds
2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup Miracle Whip

Steps:

Chop broccoli into larger bite size pieces, wash and cut grapes.
Add grapes, raisins, almonds and crumbled bacon to the broccoli and toss.
Mix Mayo and Miracle whip together, mix with broccoli mix until thoroughly coated. You may need more or less of the dressing depending on how much broccoli you actual end up with after trimming.
Chill at least a few hours before serving and enjoy!
Salad is best within 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 869.8, Fat 70, SaturatedFat 16, Cholesterol 71.8, Sodium 1239.5, Carbohydrate 49.2, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 21.5, Protein 18.2

SUNSHINE BROCCOLI SALAD

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This is kind of on the sweet side, but you can substitute granulated Splenda and also use light or fat-free Miracle Whip for calorie control. I use prepackaged all-natural bacon bits to save time. It's popular at church gatherings.

Provided by Susan Feliciano

Categories Other Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
1 c raisins
1/2 c cooked crumbled bacon
1/2 c chopped walnuts
1 c miracle whip salad dressing
1/2 c sugar
2 Tbsp frozen orange juice concentrate (not diluted)

Steps:

1. Mix broccoli, onion, raisins, bacon, and walnuts in a large serving bowl.
2. Combine salad dressing, sugar, and orange juice concentrate. Stir into broccoli and mix well.
3. Chill at least 1/2 hour before serving.

BROCCOLI SUNSHINE SALAD

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Number Of Ingredients 0

Ingredients

Steps:

1. Mix mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar in large bowl.2. Add remaining ingredients toss until evenly coated. Store covered in refrigerator.To make spears, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch stalks. For pieces, cut the 1/2-inch stalks crosswise into 1-inch pieces (or size desired).NUTRITION FACTS: 1 Serving (about 1/2 cup): Calories 220 (Calories from Fat 160) Fat 18g (Saturated 4g) Cholesterol 20mg Sodium 210mg Carbohydrate 12g (Dietary Fiber 2g) Protein 4g % DAILY VALUE: Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 68% Calcium 4% Iron 4% DIET EXCHANGES: 2 Vegetable 4 FatLighter Broccoli Sunshine Salad: For 8 grams of fat and 130 calories per serving, use reduced-fat mayonnaise and cheese. Decrease bacon to 2 slices.From "Betty Crocker's Complete Cookbook, Everything You Need to Know to Cook Today, 9th Edition." Text Copyright 2000 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Tips:

To enhance the flavor of the broccoli salad, use fresh, crisp broccoli florets. Avoid using wilted or yellowed florets.
If you don't have sunflower seeds, you can substitute them with chopped walnuts, almonds, or pecans.
To add a touch of sweetness to the salad, consider adding dried cranberries or raisins.
For a creamier salad, use full-fat mayonnaise instead of low-fat or non-fat mayonnaise.
Serve the salad chilled for the best flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Broccoli salad is a refreshing and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. With its vibrant colors, crunchy texture, and tangy dressing, it's sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad to serve at your next potluck or a quick and easy lunch option, this sunshine broccoli salad has you covered. So next time you're craving a healthy and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try - you won't be disappointed!