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Classic Broccoli Salad

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Happy Sunday friends! I’m excited to share a recipe with you today that has been in my family for a long time. This Classic Broccoli Salad recipe is a dish that my mom has been making since I was a little girl. It is our families version and my personal favorite version.

Our version is loaded with dried cranberries, honey roasted peanuts, red onion and lots of chopped bacon. The dressing is sweet and tangy and is made by mixing mayo, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper together. This side dish is super easy to throw together last minute and is great for those potluck dinners when you aren’t sure what to bring!

Tips & Tricks:

  • If you or someone in your family has a peanut allergy, substitute the peanuts for sunflower seeds instead. Growing up, I remember my mom using both kinds of nuts depending on what she had on hand.
  • I think this salad tastes best when it’s cold and has sat in the fridge for a couple hours before serving. I suggest letting it chill in the fridge for 2 hours or so.
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Classic Broccoli Salad


  • Author: shaemakes
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12–15 1x
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This is my families traditional take on the classic broccoli salad. The perfect easy side dish to throw together for a pot luck!


Ingredients

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  • 2 large head of broccoli, chopped into small pieces (about 7 cups)
  • 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
  • 8 slices of thick bacon, cooked and chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup honey roasted peanuts (may also substitute sunflower seeds)
  • 3/4 cup mayo
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Add chopped broccoli, red onions, bacon, cranberries and peanuts to a large bowl. Toss to combine.
  2. In a small bowl add mayo, yogurt, sugar, salt, pepper and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add the dressing to the broccoli mix and stir until everything is fully coated.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours before serving.

Keywords: Broccoli Salad, Classic Broccoli Salad, Homemade Broccoli Salad, Side Dish, Easy Side Dish, Easy Broccoli Salad

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