Best 8 Sweet And Tangy Broccoli Salad Recipes

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Broccoli salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is a great way to add more vegetables to your diet, and it can be easily tailored to your own taste preferences. The key to a great broccoli salad is finding a balance between sweet and tangy flavors. This can be achieved by using a variety of ingredients, such as dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and a tangy dressing. With so many variations to choose from, you're sure to find a broccoli salad recipe that you love.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND TANGY BROCCOLI SALAD



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This broccoli salad will make your picnic a hit. Everyone loves it and will come back for seconds and thirds.

Provided by Dina

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ pound bacon
2 heads broccoli, cut into florets
½ cup chopped red onion
½ cup raisins
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup white sugar
½ cup distilled white vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate; crumble bacon.
  • Place broccoli, onion, raisins, and bacon in a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar together in a bowl; pour dressing over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 25.8 mg, Fat 28 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 505.9 mg, Sugar 20.6 g

SWEET AND TANGY CUCUMBER SALAD



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This sweet and tangy side dish sent in by Mary Farley comes together in a snap. "I often take this to church potlucks," she writes from Wasilla, Alaska. "It is so pretty and colorful with the red pepper and unpeeled cucumbers."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dill seed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 888mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SWEET & TANGY BROCCOLI SALAD



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Another variation of the always popular broccoli salad - I like the tanginess and texture of the dried cranberries! This salad is good anytime of the year - the favors really come together the next day (if you have any left....)

Provided by Leopard Apron

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 bunch broccoli, chopped
1/2 medium red onion, sliced into thin rings
1/2 medium yellow sweet onion, sliced into thin rings
1 cup red seedless grapes, sliced in half, lengthwise
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
6 slices bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
6 drops hot sauce (Louisiana brand)
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • Fry bacon, drain and crumble, then set aside.
  • Rinse and drain broccoli. Remove the tough bottoms of the stalks, slice stems and flowerets, then coarsely chop all parts and place in large mixing bowl. Quarter onion slices and add to broccoli along with grapes, cranberries, sunflower kernels,bacon and cheese. Toss well to combine.
  • For dresssing, combine remaining ingredients and mix well until sugar is dissolved and mixture is smooth.
  • Refrigerate all, toss broccoli with dressing just before serving.

SWEET AND CRUNCHY BROCCOLI SALAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups chopped broccoli in 1/2-inch pieces (from about 2 heads)
8 ounces pancetta, cut into 1/3-inch dice
1/2 cup mascarpone
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled aged gorgonzola

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Set up a bowl of ice water alongside. Add the broccoli to the pot and blanch for 1 to 2 minutes, just until bright green and crisp. With a slotted spoon, remove the broccoli to the ice water to shock. Drain well.
  • Place the pancetta in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring often, until crispy and browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels, reserving 1 tablespoon of the fat.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, use a rubber spatula to mix together the mascarpone, mayonnaise, cider vinegar and salt. Add the broccoli, pancetta, reserved fat, cranberries, walnuts and gorgonzola. Toss well to coat and combine.

SWEET BROCCOLI SALAD



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This recipe for broccoli salad is made with Swerve® as the sweetener rather than sugar.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     Broccoli Salad

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 slices bacon
1 head broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
½ cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup chopped green onions
3 tablespoons sunflower seeds
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup low-calorie natural sweetener (such as Swerve®)
3 tablespoons apple cider 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. Crumble once cool enough to handle.
  • Combine bacon, broccoli, Cheddar cheese, green onions, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
  • Stir mayonnaise, sweetener, and apple cider vinegar together in a small bowl. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and toss until well combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Cholesterol 37.9 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 536.5 mg, Sugar 2 g

TANGY BROCCOLI SALAD



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Discover this Tangy Broccoli Salad from My Food and Family that's sure to please everyone. The zip in Tangy Broccoli Salad comes from a sweet and sour dressing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Holiday & Special Occasion Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings, 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing
2 Tbsp. sugar
2 Tbsp. HEINZ Distilled White Vinegar
6 cups small broccoli florets
6 slices cooked OSCAR MAYER Bacon, crumbled
1/2 cup chopped red onions

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 ingredients until blended.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add dressing mixture; mix lightly.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 4.4684 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

SWEET BROCCOLI SALAD



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I fell in love with broccoli salad a few years ago. My wife was given this recipe by a co-worker. Of course I don't know what recipe book it came from, but the copy states "from the kitchen of Jann Ellsworth store #967 Hudson, FL."

Provided by Chef Pookie-617742

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb hormel black label bacon, cooked crisp and crumbed
4 cups broccoli florets
2/3 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
1/2 cup shelled sunflower seeds
1/2 cup hellman's mayonnaise
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar

Steps:

  • In large bowl toss together bacon, broccoli, raisins, onion and sunflower seeds. In a small bowl stir together mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Add mayonnaise mixture to broccoli mixture, stirring to coat. Cover and chill for 1 to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.3, Fat 35.1, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 42.4, Sodium 588.7, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 15, Protein 10.3

SWEET-SOUR BROCCOLI SALAD



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"This refreshing medley is a good way to get broccoli into your meals," notes Bea Ramirez of Kansas City, Kansas. Just three simple ingredients create the tangy-sweet dressing that coats this crunchy combination.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups broccoli florets
1 cup peanuts
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the broccoli, peanuts, raisins and onion. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar and sugar; pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 31g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp broccoli florets for the best flavor and texture.
  • Cut the broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces so they're easy to eat.
  • Choose a sweet and tangy dressing that will complement the broccoli. A simple vinaigrette made with rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey is a great option.
  • Add some crunchy toppings to the salad, such as chopped almonds, sunflower seeds, or crispy wonton strips.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. Broccoli salad is a great make-ahead dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner.

Conclusion:

Broccoli salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy dressing and crunchy toppings, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this broccoli salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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