Best Susans Broccoli Salad Recipes

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CRUNCHY BROCCOLI SALAD



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Whether enjoying this as a side dish for dinner or as a healthy lunch, this Crunchy Broccoli Salad is a winner!

Provided by Kimberly Killebrew

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 cups finely chopped broccoli florets and stems ((about 2 large broccoli crowns))
1/2 cup finely diced celery
1/2 cup finely diced carrot
1/3 cup finely diced red onion
1/2 cup raisins
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup toasted sunflower seed kernels
For the Cider Coleslaw Dressing:
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon DIjon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine the ingredients for the dressing in a bottle and shake to combine until the honey is completely dissolved. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Combine all the salad ingredients in a large bowl, pour the dressing over, and stir to combine. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving, stirring once or twice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 483 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SUSAN'S BROCCOLI SALAD



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I love broccoli salad from the deli, and have wanted to find a recipe to make at home. This dressing is fantastic, and the salad is good as is, but the deli adds more items like raisins or dried cranberries, purple onions, maybe sesame seeds? Each deli recipe is different, so this one can be altered to please your own personal choice! Enjoy!

Provided by Megan Stewart @GSMegan

Categories     Other Salads

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup(s) mayonnaise
1/2 cup(s) sugar
3 tablespoon(s) red wine vinegar
10 ounce(s) packaged broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup(s) crumbled bacon
1/2 cup(s) shredded sharp cheddar

Steps:

  • At least 3-4 hours before mealtime, combine the sugar, mayo and red wine vinegar. Combine the remaining ingredients. Pour dressing over the salad 30 minutes before serving.
  • You can add other items, such as purple onion, raisins, sesame seeds, or anything else you desire. There is enough dressing to add a few more things. Or you could add some cauliflower florets...
  • Recipe came from a Cowboy Cookbook I got a long time ago, and is really fantastic!

BROCCOLI, BACON, AND SUNFLOWER SEED SALAD



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I may never forgive my friend, Sarah, for bringing this to a potluck yesterday. Today, I made the recipe for myself, and ATE THE ENTIRE THING! (Will leave the results to your imagination). It was sooo worth it! YUMMM!

Provided by Pellerin

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 lb cooked bacon (Applewood smoked by Neuske's is my favorite, cook slowly to extra crisp)
2 cups fresh broccoli, raw
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup roasted salted sunflower seeds
1 cup mayonnaise (Best Foods or Hellman's)
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • While slowly cooking bacon to extra crisp, soak raisins in HOT tap water. Drain bacon on paper towels. Drain raisins. Pour extra fat out of frying pan.
  • In same pan (keeping the fond (browned bits), toast sunflower seeds lightly for one minute.
  • Make dressing by combining mayo, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Add crumbled bacon, sunflower seeds, and raisins.
  • Trim florettes from top of rinsed, raw broccoli - toss into dressing. (You COULD choose to nuke or steam broccoli, but would loose much of the crunch). Use veg peeler to remove tough part of broccoli stem, then dice and add to salad. Toss, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.6, Fat 19.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 747.2, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 18.2, Protein 8.9

SOUTHERN BROCCOLI SALAD



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A classic sweet and savory Southern broccoli salad combines raw (or barely cooked) broccoli with sweet dried fruit (typically raisins or cranberries), crunchy sunflower seeds and savory Cheddar in a creamy, tangy mayonnaise dressing. Briefly blanching the broccoli in boiling water ensures bright green veggies with a crisp-tender texture. The salad gets better with time, so make it a few hours ahead and refrigerate it. (Reserve the crispy bacon and sprinkle it on top right before serving.) And, if your tastes skew sweet, further increase the sugar by another tablespoon.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal) and pepper
8 ounces bacon (any type)
10 cups (1 1/2 pounds) 1- to 1½-inch broccoli florets
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 cup coarsely grated Cheddar
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup roasted, salted sunflower seeds

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.

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