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June 1, 2019

Easiest Broccoli Salad

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With just four main ingredients this is the easiest broccoli salad you can make to take along to your next picnic. 

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Broccoli salad is one of those standard sides that everyone seems to expect to find at a picnic or potluck. This recipe from my friend Ali is the easiest broccoli salad I have ever made and everyone loves it. Sometimes simple is best and that is definitely the case with this recipe.

How to prepare broccoli salad:

Use fresh broccoli for this recipe. There is no need to cook the broccoli before adding it to the salad. In fact, cooked broccoli mixed with the slaw dressing gets mushy and weird which is not a pleasant eating experience. Click HERE to find out how to cook the bacon for this salad. And I always prefer the taste of freshly shredded cheddar cheese over the pre-shredded variety. 

broccoli salad in large bowl

Can broccoli salad be made ahead of time?

Yes. In fact broccoli salad tastes better after it’s been allowed to sit in the refrigerator overnight. The flavors blend together and the dressing makes the raw broccoli just slightly softer for a great texture. This is a great side to make ahead for entertaining purposes.

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What goes with this easiest broccoli salad?

When I think of broccoli salad I always think of picnics and potlucks. So here’s some of my other favorite foods that I like to bring and serve at those types of gatherings…

  • Chicken Salad Recipe
  • Bruschetta Pasta Salad
  • Greek Rice Salad
  • Perfectly Grilled Pork Chops
  • Lemon Pesto Turkey Burgers
  • Grilled Strawberry Balsamic Pork Tenderloin
  • Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp
  • Raspberry Peach Tea Trifle

overhead view of broccoli salad

Kitchen Tips:

  • I like these bowls for storing salads in the refrigerator.
  • This is my favorite pairing knife for chopping and peeling vegetables.
  • Be sure to visit my post HERE for the best way to cook bacon.

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Easiest Broccoli Salad

With just four main ingredients this is the easiest broccoli salad you can make to take along to your next picnic. 
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 230kcal
Author Foodtastic Mom

Ingredients

  • 2 heads broccoli stems removed and florets cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 3/4 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Marzetti all-natural slaw dressing
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir to mix well. Allow to refrigerate for 2 hours, or overnight, before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal
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  1. Juli says

    June 02, 2019 at 1:24 pm

    5 stars
    I love the slaw dressing idea!

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    • foodtasticmom says

      June 03, 2019 at 7:09 am

      Thank you – it’s such a time saver!

      Reply
  2. Natalie says

    June 02, 2019 at 1:44 pm

    5 stars
    Looks so delicious and healthy! Perfect addition to any meal!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      June 03, 2019 at 7:09 am

      I agree!

      Reply
  3. Rosa says

    June 02, 2019 at 1:52 pm

    5 stars
    What a wonderful looking salad. This will be perfect all summer!

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    • foodtasticmom says

      June 03, 2019 at 7:09 am

      Thank you Rosa!

      Reply
  4. Lisa says

    June 02, 2019 at 2:20 pm

    5 stars
    Broccoli Salad is such a classic and this easy version sounds perfect!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      June 03, 2019 at 7:09 am

      Thanks very much Lisa!

      Reply
  5. Beth Pierce says

    June 02, 2019 at 3:04 pm

    5 stars
    This was a light but filling lunch! Great as a side dish with a barbecue dinner, as well!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      June 03, 2019 at 7:09 am

      I enjoy eating it for lunch as well. Thank you!

      Reply
  6. Andrea Metlika says

    June 02, 2019 at 4:57 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so refreshing and flavorful! I think this might be my new “go to.”

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      June 03, 2019 at 7:08 am

      Happy to hear it!

      Reply

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