Broccoli Grape Salad Recipe
This vibrant Broccoli Grape Salad combines the fresh crunch of broccoli, sweet grapes, and smoky bacon, all brought together with a creamy, tangy dressing. Ready in just 20 minutes, this is a quick and delicious side salad for any occasion.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 lb broccoli crowns 2 medium heads, cut into small florets
- 1/2 English cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 cups seedless red grapes halved
- 6 oz bacon chopped and browned
- 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
- 1/4 cup pine nuts toasted (or sunflower seeds as an alternative)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice or adjusted to taste
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until browned. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels.
- In a separate dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts until they are golden and fragrant, stirring frequently for about 3 minutes. Transfer them to a plate and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, cucumber slices, halved grapes, diced red onion, browned bacon, and toasted pine nuts.
- In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.