Sweet & Tangy Broccoli Salad
photo by Leopard Apron
- Ready In:
- 30mins
- Ingredients:
- 14
- Serves:
-
8
ingredients
- 1 bunch broccoli, chopped
- 1⁄2 medium red onion, sliced into thin rings
- 1⁄2 medium yellow sweet onion, sliced into thin rings
- 1 cup red seedless grapes, sliced in half, lengthwise
- 1⁄2 cup dried cranberries
- 1⁄4 cup sunflower seeds
- 6 slices bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
- 1⁄4 cup sugar
- 1⁄2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 6 drops hot sauce (Louisiana brand)
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
directions
- Fry bacon, drain and crumble, then set aside.
- Rinse and drain broccoli. Remove the tough bottoms of the stalks, slice stems and flowerets, then coarsely chop all parts and place in large mixing bowl. Quarter onion slices and add to broccoli along with grapes, cranberries, sunflower kernels,bacon and cheese. Toss well to combine.
- For dresssing, combine remaining ingredients and mix well until sugar is dissolved and mixture is smooth.
- Refrigerate all, toss broccoli with dressing just before serving.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
In my backyard with my darling fur-grandchild, Lola who now lives in Denver with little "sister" Emmie and my daughter and son-in law. I live in Tulsa Oklahoma and I own a real estate management company. I love obviously, cooking! I also love to entertain, gardening, and hanging out on my deck with friends & a good glass of wine! My job consists of lots of problem solving & being creative and I think it relates well to the process of entertaining as well. What to cook, how to prepare, what's the most interesting presentation, etc??? My sister-in-law, another RecipeZaar chef is the consummate hostess & we have cooked many a fine dinner together! I love to watch Food Network & think Barefoot Contessa is great! Along with Giada De Laurentis & Paula Deen!