SUMMER BROCCOLI SALAD WITH SWEET BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

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Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Side     No-Cook

Yield 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 20

For Salad:
5 crowns broccoli, broken into bite-size pieces
5 broccoli stalks, shredded
4 carrots, peeeled and shredded
2 Granny Smith apples, chopped into thin, bite-size pieces
1/2 red onion, diced small
1/2 cup sunflower seeds, salted and roasted
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
8 strips bacon, cooked and broken into tiny bits
3 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tbsp. fresh tarragon, chopped
For Vinaigrette:
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 3/4 lemon
2 tbsp. brown sugar
1/2 sweet red onion, diced
2 tsp. fresh tarragon, chopped

Steps:

  • Make Salad: Combine ingredients into bowl one at a time, folding the salad thoroughly for even distribtuion. Make Vinaigrette: In a large mixing bowl, begin whisking balsamic vinegar vigorously, slowly adding vegetable oil. For proper emulsion, it is best to add the oil over a period of about twn minutes of whisking. Then, slowly whisk in the olive oil and lemon juice. Whisk in brown sugar to offset the vinegar's acidity. When the dressing is blennded uniformly, whisk in the onions and tarragon, and let the flavors meld for a while. Bring it all together: Finally, filter the vinaigrette through a fine mesh seive to remove onions and tarragon. Mix the sweet dressing into salad mixture to taste (you'll probably end up using most of it). Serve right away, or chill for a few hours. Either way, results should be pretty awesome.

Brendon Sheldon
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I love the sweet and tangy dressing on this salad. It's the perfect complement to the broccoli and almonds.


Vincent Chege
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. It's also a great make-ahead salad, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


Maria Gulasova
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I love this salad! It's so versatile - I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste. It's also very healthy, which is a bonus.


Ahmad kamal
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This is my new favorite summer salad! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit at potlucks and picnics.


MD SAHAB
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I'm not usually a fan of broccoli salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and refreshing, and the almonds add a nice crunch.


Aaliyah Basdeo
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This salad is so good, I could eat it every day! It's the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and salty. I highly recommend it.


Sandro Play
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I made this salad for a picnic, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, and I got several requests for the recipe.


Real Pokemon Master
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I've been making this salad for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect summer salad - light, refreshing, and flavorful.


Matthew Blessing
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors. It's also very easy to make, which is a bonus.


Nithil Fernando
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit at potlucks. I usually double the recipe because it goes so fast.


Among us play like me
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This is the best broccoli salad I've ever had! The vinaigrette is amazing, and the broccoli is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Terry Jenkins
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's simple to make, but it's packed with flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.


Christian Robertson
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I made this salad for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. I'll definitely be making it again.


Thekchok dorje
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This salad is so good, I could eat it every day! It's the perfect balance of sweet and sour, and the almonds add a nice crunch. I highly recommend it.


Biplob Ray
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the salad was perfect. The broccoli was cooked just right, and the vinaigrette was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Robo Sloan
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This is my new favorite summer salad! It's so light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of sweet and savory.


John Lopez
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so refreshing and delicious, and it's always a hit at potlucks and picnics.


Grace Pontius
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. The flavors are also amazing - the sweetness of the balsamic vinegar pairs perfectly with the saltiness of the almonds and cheese.


Kam Bright
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This broccoli salad was an absolute hit at our summer potluck! The sweet balsamic vinaigrette was the perfect complement to the fresh broccoli and crunchy almonds. I'll definitely be making this again.