Classic Broccoli Salad Recipe
Bacon, cheese, broccoli and onions are all you need to get this yummy salad started.
Broccoli Salad is a family favorite and served at basically every large family function or celebration. It also happens to be one of my husbands favorite salads so if I ever ask his opinion on what salad I should take to a picnic or potluck, Broccoli Salad is always his first suggestion.
There are a million different ways you can make broccoli Salad, butI tend to stick to the classic, basic ingredients.
As basic as the ingredients are there are two things I have noticed make a difference. The cheese really does need to be sharp cheddar and the onion needs to be a red onion. Something about the sharp cheddar really brings all the flavors together nicely and the mild sweet flavor of the red onion is also a must.
- 2-3 heads broccoli, cut into 1 inch pieces
- ½ cup red onion, chopped
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked bacon pieces
- 1 cup real mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup white sugar
- 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- Combine broccoli, onion, cheese and bacon in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl thoroughly combine mayonnaise, vinegar and sugar.
- Pour dressing over salad and mix until evenly coated.
- Cover and keep refrigerated.
Enjoy!
Keep it Real!!!
Maria
Karis
January 27, 2016 at 9:27 pmMade this tonight it’s really good
Maria
February 16, 2016 at 8:39 pmOh good, I am glad you liked it.
Jacqueline
September 21, 2016 at 4:54 pmDo you know roughly how many pieces of bacon are in the cup?
Maria
September 21, 2016 at 6:58 pmI would guess about 6-8 regular size slices.
Jacqueline
October 11, 2016 at 5:40 pmBy the way this is very good! I’m making it again! Ty
Maria
November 30, 2016 at 3:14 pmThank you! So glad you liked it!
Jacqueline
October 11, 2016 at 5:40 pmHighly recommend
Rita
May 5, 2017 at 8:30 amDelish
Maria
May 6, 2017 at 3:49 pmThanks Rita!
Gracia
September 10, 2017 at 11:46 pmMy third-time making this broccoli Salad!… I also added red seedless grapes& broccoli slaw. Yummy!
Maria
September 13, 2017 at 2:00 pmSo glad you like it Gracia! 🙂
Sharon
January 13, 2018 at 12:01 pmHave you made this salad with frozen broccoli?
Maria
January 13, 2018 at 12:35 pmHi Sharon, I haven’t made it with frozen broccoli. My cousin does sometimes and I am not a fan of the way it comes out. The falvor is still pretty good, but the consistency of the broccoli is a little off. Hope that helps.
Ashly
February 25, 2018 at 9:26 pmHow long will this last in the fridge? Could i dress It and eat it all week? Or should i leave The dressing on the side?
Maria
February 26, 2018 at 2:18 pmHi Ashly, Yes, It will last for up to a week. I would mix it first. I actually prefer this salad after it has been mixed for at least a day.