Best Stephs Broccoli Salad Recipes

BEST EVER BROCCOLI SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, red wine vinegar, and celery seed in a small bowl. Place in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
• Combine broccoli, bacon, toasted almonds, green onions, celery and grapes in a large serving dish.
• (To toast almonds, place on a large baking sheet and bake at 350F for 3-5 minutes stirring in between. Do not walk away! They will burn easily. The almonds are toasted when they turn light brown.)
• Toss the dressing with the rest of the salad ingredients and stir.
• Dressing can be added at the last minute if desired.

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.

BROCCOLI AND BROCCOLI STEM SALAD

Steps:

• For the broccoli: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Cut the florets into small, fairly even-sized pieces. Trim off the hard bottom of the stems and peel the stems like carrots. Cut the peeled stems into about 1/2-inch rounds. You should have 8 to 9 cups loosely packed broccoli. Arrange the stems and florets in a single layer on the baking sheets, with all of the stems on one sheet. Toss with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast until the broccoli florets and stems are tender and a little browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
• For the vinaigrette: In a large bowl, whisk together the mustard, oil, horseradish, lemon zest and juice and a pinch of sugar or honey. If the dressing is too thick, whisk in a splash of water. Add the tarragon.
• To serve: Toss the broccoli stems in the dressing to coat them fully. Add another pinch of sugar. Add the florets and gently toss to coat. Use scissors to cut the arugula into bite-size pieces into the bowl, add another drizzle of oil and gently toss again.

STEPH'S BROCCOLI SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Cook bacon over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned (about 10 minutes). Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate; crumble bacon.
• 2. Place the broccoli florets, onion, raisins, and bacon in large bowl.
• 3. Stir mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar together in a bowl; mix well. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Let sit for several hours. Delish!

BROCCOLI STALK SALAD

Steps:

• Peel and discard the stalks dark-green exterior, reserving any leaves. Thinly slice the stalks. Arrange them on a plate with the leaves, then drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

SOUTHERN BROCCOLI SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil.
• Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium. Add bacon and cook, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain; discard bacon fat or reserve for another use. Chop the bacon into bite-size pieces.
• Meanwhile, add broccoli to boiling water and cook until bright green, 1 minute. Rinse under cold water until cool (or transfer to an ice bath). Drain broccoli well and pat dry.
• In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, onion, vinegar and sugar and mix well. Add the broccoli, cheese, raisins and sunflower seeds. Season with salt and pepper, and toss until well combined. (If time allows, refrigerate for 30 minutes to 3 hours to allow flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.)
• Transfer broccoli salad to a serving bowl or platter. Top with bacon. Salad can be served immediately, or refrigerated and served chilled.