Best Crunchy Floret Salad Recipes

CRUNCHY BROCCOLI SALAD

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Growing up, I never liked broccoli, but I'm hooked on this salad's light, sweet taste. It gives broccoli a whole new look and personality. -Jessica Conrey, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 pound)
1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
3 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup sunflower kernels
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine broccoli, green onions and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar and sugar until blended; drizzle over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with sunflower kernels and bacon before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY BROCCOLI SALAD

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Fresh broccoli florets, slivered almonds, dried cranberries, red onion and celery tossed in light creamy dressing, perfect for holidays and potlucks.

Provided by Anna

Categories Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 medium red onion
3 celery ribs
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 slices bacon (I used turkey)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 cup natural sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Chop bacon and cook in skillet until crispy. Remove from skillet onto paper towel lined plate to grain grease.
Place broccoli florets, chopped red onion, chopped celery, almonds and dried cranberries in a large bowl. Add bacon.
In a measuring cup, whisk together mayo, sour cream, vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 378 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHRISTMAS CRUNCH SALAD

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With its creamy dressing and colorful vegetables, this salad is lovely and refreshing. Make it before you head out caroling, and when you return, guests' compliments will be music to your ears. -Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 3/4 pound)
4 cups fresh cauliflowerets (about 3/4 pound)
1 medium red onion, chopped
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
DRESSING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 to 2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a large salad bowl, combine vegetables. Whisk the dressing ingredients until smooth; pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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