8 Broccoli Salad Recipes You’ll Love

Broccoli salads are a delightful way to enjoy a mix of crunchy textures, bold flavors, and wholesome ingredients.

Whether you’re looking for a classic take or something more adventurous, these recipes will inspire you to rethink how versatile broccoli can be.

Perfect for potlucks, meal prep, or just a quick side dish, here are seven delicious broccoli salad recipes to try.

1. Classic Creamy Broccoli Salad

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 6 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp sugar

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, bacon, cheese, onion, and sunflower seeds.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
4. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

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2. Sweet and Tangy Broccoli Cranberry Salad

Ingredients:

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1/3 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

1. Mix broccoli, cranberries, onion, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk yogurt, honey, mustard, and vinegar until smooth.
3. Toss the dressing with the salad until well combined.
4. Chill for 20 minutes and serve.

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3. Broccoli and Apple Salad with Poppyseed Dressing

Ingredients:

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 large apple, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup slivered almonds
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp poppy seeds

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, apple slices, almonds, cranberries, and onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, vinegar, honey, and poppy seeds.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes.

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4. Asian-Inspired Sesame Broccoli Salad

Ingredients:

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/3 cup edamame (cooked)
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp crushed peanuts

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix broccoli, carrots, edamame, and green onions.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
4. Garnish with sesame seeds and crushed peanuts before serving.

5. Broccoli and Quinoa Power Salad

Ingredients:

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine broccoli, quinoa, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, and parsley in a bowl.
2. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to mix.
4. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

6. Greek Broccoli Salad with Feta and Olives

Ingredients:

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix broccoli, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and feta.
2. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour.

7. Vegan Broccoli Salad with Tahini Dressing

Ingredients:

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 2 tbsp tahini
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Water (to thin dressing, as needed)

Instructions:

1. Combine broccoli, cabbage, sunflower seeds, and raisins in a bowl.
2. In a small bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and garlic. Add water until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
4. Serve fresh or chilled for enhanced flavor.

8. Bacon Broccoli Salad

Ingredients:

• 6 cups fresh broccoli crowns
• ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6 slices)
• ½ cup diced cheddar cheese
• ¼ cup finely chopped red onion (about ½ a small onion)
• ¼ cup sunflower seeds
• ¼ cup raisins, golden or purple

Sauce:

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, bacon, cheddar, onion, sunflower seeds and raisins and toss to combine.
2. In a separate bowl, make the sauce. Combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey and apple cider vinegar together. Whisk or stir ingredients until blended and smooth.
3. Pour the sauce mixture over top of the broccoli salad and stir until all ingredients get coated.
4. May serve right away but it is even better if it sits (refrigerated) for 2 hours.