Classic Broccoli Salad Recipe

I’m just going to come right out and say it…

I’m obsessed with Broccoli Salad. No shame.

I love the sweet and tangy dressing that gets soaked into the crunchy broccoli, the toasted cashews, the plump craisins, and of course… the bacon.

Broccoli Salad is a staple at any BBQ or Potluck type meal, so be prepared this summer with this classic recipe that is a definite crowd pleaser.

You know a recipe is going to be a winner when it starts with bacon.

A rule of thumb when cooking any recipe with bacon is to always, always, ALWAYS add an extra slice or two of bacon. You know darn well that you (or your hungry husband) will have to steal one of those smoky/crispy strips before it goes into the recipe.

It’s written somewhere I’m sure.

The rest is a snap to throw together. I toasted up some cashews, but you can switch it up with some walnuts or sun flower seeds too.

The dressing is a simple 3 ingredient blend: Mayo, white wine vinegar, and sugar.

Easy peasy.

Would you look at me weird if I told you that I ate some of this for breakfast this morning?

Um, yeah… it’s that good.

Plus, yeah… I am that weird. Hi.

You don’t have to eat it for breakfast, but you can rest assured that this Classic Broccoli Salad Recipe will be a smash at your next potluck gathering!

Bring it!

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Classic Broccoli Salad Recipe

Broccoli Salad has a sweet and tangy dressing that gets soaked into the crunchy broccoli, the toasted cashews, the plump craisins, and of course... the bacon.

Prep Time20 mins

Cook Time5 mins

Total Time25 mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: 8

Calories: 411 kcal

Author: Shawn

Ingredients

• 6 cups broccoli, cut into bite sized pieces
• 6 pieces bacon, cooked crisp, drained and then crumbled
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1 cup cashews, or walnuts or sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup craisins, dried cranberries
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup wine vinegar
• 2 tbsp white sugar

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

• Combine the broccoli, bacon, onion, toasted cashews (or walnuts or sunflower seeds), and craisins in a large bowl, set aside.
• In a small bowl whisk together the mayo, white wine vinegar and 2 tbsp white sugar until smooth. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat evenly. Let sit for 10 minutes in fridge before serving.
• Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 411kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 313mg | Potassium: 370mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 443IU | Vitamin C: 61mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords: Bacon, broccoli, dried cranberries, Salad

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Wouldn’t it be crazy/totally awesome if everyone showed up at the next potluck with this broccoli salad?!

…now that’s what I call a party!!