Alyson's Broccoli Salad

This tasty salad is perfect for potlucks and buffets. See more

READY IN 30 mins

Alyson's Broccoli Salad

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"A broccoli lovers delight with a sweet-sour taste!" — JJOHN32

Directions

Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Crumble and set aside.
In a salad bowl, toss together broccoli, raisins and red onions. In a separate bowl, whisk together the white sugar, vinegar and mayonnaise. Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Before serving, sprinkle with sunflower seeds and crumbled bacon. Toss and serve.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 30 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Sep 11, 2003

This is good. I have taken this recipe to many functions. Everyone loves it! For variety, I eliminate the raisins and sunflower seeds and use red seedless grapes, halved and toasted almond slivers. Yummy!I get lots of requests for the recipe even from my husbands fishing buddies!

—MAGGIE MCGUIRE

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Apr 18, 2011

THE ONIONS WERE OVERPOWERING AND DIDN'T LIKE THE VINEGAR. I would prefer using a prepared dressing like Marie's blue cheese or parmessan or ranch instead of the sugar vinegar mix. liked the raisins (or craisins) and bacon though.

—Christi Spiritfriend

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Nov 10, 2003

This has been one of my favorite salads for a couple of years. I'm not a raisin fan, but in this salad, with the blend of the onion, the bacon, and the sweet-sour dressing, the taste is wonderful. The only thing I do differently is use pine nuts. I prefer the flavor of pine nuts, and they are larger and don't seem to stick to the bowl as much as the sunflower seeds do. I have even used sliced almonds as well.

—Cathy

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Nov 15, 2003

I have made this salad for years.....without the raisins and sesame seeds. It is always a hit! Another suggestion, if you are trying to cut out sugar, make it with "Splenda" sweetner---tastes the same without the extra carbs/sugar!!!!

—KAREN2060

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Aug 11, 2005

Every time I make this I print out a few copies because everyone that tries it asks for the recipe. That way I can just hand it over. I am always asked to make this for potluck bbqs. I leave out the bacon for less fat and use red wine vinegar. Love it

—shelley

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Sep 19, 2007

YUM!!! I had been looking for a recipe like the Deli Broccoli salad I enjoy. THIS IS IT, YAY! My husband said he could have used lighter on the red onions, but I LOVED IT JUST THE WAY IT WAS. I can see how you can change this to your own taste. THIS IS A GREAT RECIPE to start with. LIKE IT as is and LIKE it if you change per your favorite taste! GREAT RECIPE, DO TRY!

—4everLuuvd

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Feb 26, 2003

I usually just buy this from a grocery store but thought I'd try your recipe for the holiday weekend. I adjusted some of the amounts a bit and it came out great. I used 5 cups of bite size broccoli, 3 Tbl sugar, only 1 TBL vinegar and only 1/2 c. sunflower seeds. I also tried the already cooked bacon and heated it up to get a bit more crisp,worked out good. Thanks for the recipe, it's a keeper!

—KHATCHERIAN

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Aug 14, 2003

Every time I take this dish to a potluck I am begged for the recipe. It is super easy to make and I really don't make any adjustments to it at all. I don't even know how it tastes since I don't eat raw broccoli, but it should say something if it turns out great and I don't even taste it.

—Navy_Mommy

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Nutrition

Calories
559 kcal
28%

Carbohydrates
23.9 g
8%

Cholesterol
31 mg
10%

Fat
48.1 g
74%

Fiber
3.9 g
16%

Protein
12.9 g
26%

Sodium
584 mg
23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Alyson's Broccoli Salad

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 559
Calories from Fat: 433

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 48.1g 74 %
Saturated Fat 7.6g 38 %
Cholesterol 31mg 10 %
Sodium 584mg 23 %
** Potassium 505mg 14 %
Total Carbohydrates 23.9g 8 %
Dietary Fiber 3.9g 16 %
Protein 12.9g 26 %
Sugars 13.5g
Vitamin A 9 %
Vitamin C 76 %
Calcium 7 %
Iron 22 %
** Thiamin 71 %
** Niacin 50 %
** Vitamin B6 44 %
** Magnesium 35 %
** Folate 50 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.