Amish Broccoli Salad
A creamy, crunchy Amish broccoli salad with sweet raisins and smoky bacon. A perfect side for BBQs, holidays, or make-ahead meals.
Equipment
- Cutting board & knife
- Large mixing bowl
- - Medium bowl for dressing
- - Whisk or spoon
Ingredients
- - 5 cups chopped broccoli
- - ½ small red onion finely diced
- - ½ cup raisins or cranberries
- - ½ cup sunflower seeds or almonds
- - 6–8 slices crispy bacon chopped
- - 1 cup shredded cheddar optional
- **Dressing:**
- - ¾ cup mayo
- - 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- - 2 tbsp sugar or honey
- - Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk dressing ingredients until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix broccoli, onion, raisins, seeds, bacon, and cheese.
- Pour in dressing and toss until evenly coated.
- Cover and chill 30+ minutes. Stir and serve cold.
Notes
- Keep bacon separate until serving for crispness
- Add apple, cauliflower, or carrots for variation
- Great for BBQs, potlucks, or meal prep
- Add apple, cauliflower, or carrots for variation
- Great for BBQs, potlucks, or meal prep