Broccoli Salad Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 15 minutes
🥗 Recipe Yield: 4 servings
Description:
This Broccoli Salad is a delightful concoction of seemingly odd ingredients that blend together harmoniously, resulting in a dish that’s a perennial favorite at buffets and potlucks alike. With its crunchy broccoli, juicy grapes, crispy bacon, and tangy dressing, it’s a burst of flavor in every bite!
Ingredients:
- 1 head broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup green seedless grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Instructions:
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Prepare Salad Ingredients:
- Begin by combining the chopped broccoli, halved grapes, sunflower seeds, chopped red onion, and crumbled bacon in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
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Make the Dressing:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, white sugar, and red wine vinegar until well combined.
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Combine Salad and Dressing:
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl. Mix everything together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
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Marinate:
- Transfer the salad to a covered container and marinate it for at least 5-6 hours in the refrigerator, or preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once marinated, your Broccoli Salad is ready to be enjoyed! Serve it as a side dish alongside your favorite main course or enjoy it on its own as a refreshing salad.
Storage:
This Broccoli Salad can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, making it a convenient option for meal prep or leftovers.
With its vibrant colors, delightful textures, and irresistible flavors, this Broccoli Salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or weekday lunches, it’s a versatile dish that’s both delicious and nutritious. Give it a try and watch it disappear in no time! 🥦🍇🥓
