THE BEST BROCCOLI SALAD

The Best Broccoli Salad is a delicious and colorful side dish that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light lunch. Made with fresh broccoli, crispy bacon, sweet dried cranberries, and sliced almonds, all tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Why Make The Best Broccoli Salad

This broccoli salad is not only delicious, but it’s also easy to make and packed with flavor and texture. It’s a great way to get your family to eat their veggies, and it’s perfect for serving at any gathering or occasion.

How to Make The Best Broccoli Salad

1. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper until well combined.
2. Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, chopped bacon, chopped red onion, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds.
3. Toss with Dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the top of the broccoli mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
4. Chill: Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving.
5. Serve: Just before serving, give the broccoli salad a final toss to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this delicious broccoli salad as a side dish with grilled chicken, burgers, or sandwiches. It’s also great on its own as a light and refreshing lunch.

Storage Information

Store any leftover broccoli salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Techniques or Tips

• To make this salad even easier, you can use pre-packaged broccoli florets from the grocery store.
• For extra flavor, you can add shredded cheddar cheese or chopped pecans to the salad.
• Make sure to chill the salad for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

FAQs about The Best Broccoli Salad

1. Can I use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise? Yes, you can use Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative to mayonnaise if you prefer.

2. Can I make this salad ahead of time? Yes, you can make this salad a day ahead and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve. Just give it a good stir before serving to redistribute the dressing.

3. Can I use other nuts instead of almonds? Yes, you can use chopped walnuts, pecans, or cashews instead of almonds for a different flavor and texture.

RECIPE

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 1/3 lbs broccoli florets, finely chopped into bite-size pieces
• 8 slices crispy cooked bacon, chopped
• 1/3 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper until well combined.
2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, chopped bacon, chopped red onion, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the top of the broccoli mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
4. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving.
5. Just before serving, give the broccoli salad a final toss to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing.