Best Broccoli Boo Salad Recipes

BODACIOUS BROCCOLI SALAD

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This recipe is requested at every family gathering. Let it be your next dish that they crave! I like this dish to be prepared at least two hours before serving. Be sure to have copies of the recipe on hand, as everyone will ask for it!

Provided by Cassandra Kennedy

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 slices bacon
2 heads fresh broccoli, chopped
1 ½ cups sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
½ large red onion, chopped
¼ cup red wine vinegar
⅛ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
⅔ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, and crumble.
In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cheese, bacon and onion.
Prepare the dressing in a small bowl by whisking together the red wine vinegar, sugar, pepper, salt, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Combine dressing with salad. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 35.4 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 542.7 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

CRUNCHY FLORET SALAD

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This pretty combination always gets rave reviews when Mom serves it. She fixes it the night before so that the creamy sweet dressing marinates the vegetables.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1-1/2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup mayonnaise
2 to 3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower and bacon. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar and salt. Pour over salad and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Stir in the cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 33g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

FAVORITE BROCCOLI SALAD

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"Fresh tasting...so colorful...delicious dressing" are some of the compliments I get whenever I serve this broccoli salad with a meal or take it to a church dinner. Although I use many other good salad recipes, I'm especially fond of this one. -Esther Shank, Harrisonville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 bunch broccoli, separated into florets
1 head cauliflower, separated into florets
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar

Steps:

In a large salad bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, bacon, tomatoes, onion and eggs; set aside. , In another bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Just before serving, pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

BEST BROCCOLI SALAD EVER!

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This is a delightful, cool, and crisp salad with healthy fruits, vegetables, and nuts that is a great accompaniment to any entree. It's a real favorite with anyone who tries it. This is a fun recipe as you can get creative with it. I have even made it with out the sunflower seeds, and it was still delicious.

Provided by Nancy Gibson

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 crowns broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
¾ cup chopped walnuts
¼ red onion, finely chopped
¼ cup sunflower seed kernels
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
¼ cup bacon bits

Steps:

Whisk mayonnaise, cider vinegar, and sugar together in a small bowl until sugar dissolves and the dressing is smooth.
Toss broccoli, grapes, walnuts, red onion, sunflower seeds, cranberries, and bacon bits together in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over the salad and gently fold so ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 3 to 4 hours. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 17.3 mg, Fat 43.1 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 373.5 mg, Sugar 20.6 g

BROCCOLI SALAD SUPREME

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People can't get enough of the sweet grapes and crunchy broccoli in this colorful salad. I appreciate its make-ahead convenience. -Terri Twyman, Bonanza, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield about 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

10 cups broccoli florets (about 3-1/2 pounds)
6 cups seedless red grapes (about 3 pounds)
1 cup sliced celery
6 green onions, sliced
2 cups mayonnaise
2/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1-1/3 cups slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

In a large salad bowl, combine the broccoli, grapes, celery and onions. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. , Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Just before serving, gently stir in bacon and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 268mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.