Discover the secrets to creating a tantalizing and refreshing "Teresa's Broccoli Salad" that will become a star at your next gathering. This delightful salad combines crisp broccoli florets with a medley of vibrant ingredients, resulting in a colorful and flavorful dish. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the best recipe for this classic salad, exploring the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors.
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FAVORITE BROCCOLI SALAD
This broccoli salad recipe is the best! It's healthy, too, thanks to the delicious honey-mustard vinaigrette (no mayo). This broccoli salad packs great for lunch and potlucks. Recipe yields 6 side servings.
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Salad
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Toast the sunflower seeds: Pour the sunflower seeds into a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently (careful, they'll burn!), until the seeds are turning golden on the sides, about 5 minutes. Pour the toasted seeds into a large serving bowl.
- Add the chopped broccoli, onion, cheese and cranberries to the serving bowl. Set aside.
- In a 1-cup liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine all of the dressing ingredients (olive oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, garlic and salt). Whisk until the mixture is well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and stir until all of the broccoli is lightly coated in dressing. I highly recommend letting the salad marinate for at least 20 minutes, or even overnight in the refrigerator.
- Divide the salad into individual bowls and serve. Leftovers will keep well for 3 to 4 days in the fridge, covered.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 side serving, Calories 280 calories, Sugar 11.3 g, Sodium 234.1 mg, Fat 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7 g, Cholesterol 9.2 mg
BROCCOLI SALAD
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories side-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut the bacon into small pieces and cook over medium heat just until crisp; drain on paper towels.
- Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and blanch until bright green and slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Drain well, run under cold water to stop the cooking, and drain again.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, onion, sugar and raisins. Add the broccoli and toss the coat with the dressing. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Just before servings, fold in the sunflower kernels and the bacon pieces. Serve immediately.
BROCCOLI AND TORTELLINI SALAD
Crisp, fresh broccoli and cheese tortellini with a creamy dressing are the basis of this salad. Raisins, sunflower seeds and red onion dress it up. This recipe is most requested at potlucks.
Provided by AFMC
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli, tortellini, bacon, raisins, sunflower seeds and red onion. Pour dressing over salad, and toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 341 mg, Sugar 17.6 g
CHEDDAR BROCCOLI SALAD
This crunchy salad is often on our Sunday dinner menu, and we like to take it to potlucks. We never tire of it, and judging by the compliments, our friends enjoy it as much as we do. -Melody Mellinger, Myerstown, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place broccoli, cheese and onion in a large bowl. Mix mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar; toss with broccoli mixture., Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours. Stir in bacon just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 calories, Fat 44g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 519mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
MARTIE'S BROCCOLI SALAD WITH BACON AND CHEESE
This broccoli salad recipe is from my mother-in-law Martie and is always a crowd pleaser at family events and church picnics. The combination of bacon, cheese, and raisins gives it a sweet and salty taste.
Provided by Kevin Gorton
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Let cool enough to handle, about 5 minutes. Crumble into a small bowl.
- Cut broccoli into florets, dice up the stems, and put all into a large bowl. Mix in onion. Add raisins and Cheddar cheese. Stir in crumbled bacon.
- Combine mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar in a small bowl. Pour over broccoli mixture. Mix until completely covered. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 491 mg, Sugar 13.4 g
EASY BROCCOLI SALAD
After sampling this broccoli salad at a barbecue, the recipe was given to me without any measurements. I can toss to together, and it turns out great everytime. -Sara Sherlock, Pork Alice, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine broccoli, cheese, bacon and onion. In another bowl, whisk mayonnaise, vinegar and sugar. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 35g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 585mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
CHOPPED BROCCOLI SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: small broccoli floret, small cauliflower florets, brussels sprouts, carrot, red onion, bacon, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, raw almonds, mayonnaise, plain greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, kosher salt, pepper
Provided by Crystal Hatch
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Add the broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, carrots, red onion, and bacon, if using, to the bowl of a large food processor. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped, or broken down to your desired consistency. Set aside.
- Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Add the chopped vegetable mixture to a large bowl, along with the cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, and almonds. Drizzle half of the dressing over the salad and toss to combine, adding more dressing as desired.
- Serve immediately
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 23 grams
BROCCOLI SALAD
Steps:
- For the dressing: Whisk together the mayonnaise and vinegar in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in sugar and pepper until combined and set aside.
- For the salad: Add the broccoli florets to dressing mixture; stir together to combine. Add the cranberries, cheese, almonds, bacon, and red onion; stir to combine.
- Refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 3 days before serving.
CREAMY BROCCOLI SALAD
This is unlike any other broccoli salad recipe you will find in here. Very easy to prepare and the cream cheese makes the dressing so creamy.It is a 5 star recipe that will be a hit at any family gathering.
Provided by Teresa Fadley
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine first 7 ingredients in blender or with mixer.
- Chill several hours.
- Mix broccoli, raisins, green onion with chilled dressing.
- Add crumbled bacon just before serving.
TRISHA YEARWOOD'S BROCCOLI SALAD
This is from Trisha Yearwood's 1st cookbook, Georgia Cooking in an Oklahoma Kitchen that she wrote with her mom and sister. This is my husband's favorite broccoli salad. Trisha says "This is great served with barbecued pork ribs or prepared to take to a covered dish supper, because it's sturdy enough to stand at room temperature for a while without wilting. It also adds great color to a picnic spread." I've entered it as written, but we like to use red onion and golden raisins. Preparation time includes chilling time.
Provided by DeniseBC
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat just until crisp; drain on paper towels. When cool enough to handle, crumble the bacon and set aside.
- Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and blanch until bright green and slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Drain well, run under cold water to stop the cooking, and drain again.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, onion, sugar, and raisins. Add the broccoli and toss to coat with the dressing. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Just before serving, fold in the sunflower kernels and all but 2 tablespoons of the crumbled bacon. Sprinkle the reserved bacon over the salad to garnish. Serve immediately.
ITALIAN BROCCOLI SALAD
This adaptable make-ahead salad is a great instant lunch or side dish. It starts with raw broccoli florets and stems, thinly sliced into irregular shapes to create many textures. As the broccoli sits with salt and vinegar, it softens and becomes slaw. Its mellow flavor is contrasted by the loud ingredients typically found in an Italian sub or chopped salad, like shallots, pickled peppers, olives and provolone. Feel free to add more protein in the form of cured meats, chickpeas, lentils or mozzarella; vegetables like sweet tomatoes or iceberg lettuce; or basil.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Rinse the sliced shallot under cold water and transfer to a large bowl.
- Cut the stalks away from the broccoli heads. Using a knife or vegetable peeler, remove the fibrous outer layer of the stalks so its light green insides emerge; compost or discard the outer layer. Thinly slice the stalks crosswise, then thinly slice the heads into bite-size pieces. (A mix of shapes and sizes adds texture to the salad, so chop up the broccoli a few ways; there's no one right way to go about it.) Transfer to the large bowl as you go, then transfer any loose bits from the cutting board to the bowl.
- Season the broccoli generously with salt and pepper, then add the almonds, pickled peppers, olives, oil, vinegar and provolone. Toss vigorously with a spoon until everything is combined and the broccoli is shiny with oil.
- Taste and adjust seasonings with salt, pepper, oil and vinegar as needed. Let sit at least 10 minutes before serving. The salad improves with age as its flavors meld, and it can be refrigerated for up to 4 days. Before serving, bring to room temperature and adjust salt, pepper, oil and vinegar to taste, as flavors change in the fridge.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender broccoli florets: The florets should be a deep green color and tightly closed. Avoid any florets that are yellow or wilted.
- Blanch the broccoli florets briefly: This will help to preserve their color and crispness. To blanch the broccoli, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Immediately transfer the broccoli florets to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
- Use a variety of colorful vegetables: This will make your salad more visually appealing and nutritious. Some good options include shredded carrots, chopped red bell pepper, sliced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Choose a flavorful dressing: A good dressing will help to bring all of the flavors of the salad together. Some good options include a vinaigrette dressing, a creamy dressing, or a tangy dressing. See the article for specific recipes.
- Serve the salad immediately: Broccoli salad is best served immediately after it is made. The dressing will wilt the vegetables if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
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 personal preferences. With its vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, broccoli salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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