Easy Creamy Broccoli Salad Recipe
This easy, creamy broccoli salad recipe is loaded with crispy textures, the sweetness of raisins and apples, the tang of sour cream, the bite of red onions, and more. It's rich, delicious, and so easy to make.
Crisp broccoli, sweet raisins and apples, the bite of red onions, crunchy almonds, and a tangy, sweet sour cream and mayo dressing come together to create a side that explodes with flavor in every bite.
Creamy Broccoli Salad Recipe
I love to serve this recipe year-round, but I find myself making it the most with spring and summer roll around. I love to serve it as a side and bring it to potlucks when the weather gets warm. It's so refreshing and delicious.
Ingredients
It only takes a few simple, basic ingredients to make this recipe.
- broccoli
- raisins
- red onion
- apple
- almonds
- mayonnaise
- sour cream
- sugar
Instructions
It only takes a few easy steps to make this delicious recipe..
Step 1: Place broccoli, raisins, onion, apple, and almonds in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Prepare the dressing by whisking mayonnaise, sour cream, and sugar together.
Step 3: Pour dressing over other ingredients.
Step 4: Stir until everything is well-combined.
Step 5: Chill and serve.
Equipment
You'll only need a few basic pieces of kitchen equipment to make this recipe.
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
Substitutions
Greek Yogurt: Full-fat Greek yogurt is an excellent substitute for sour cream.
Pecans: You can use pecans in place of almonds.
Options
Looking for ways to change up this creamy broccoli salad recipe? Here are some suggestions.
Garlic: Minced garlic for even more flavor.
Avocado: Top with avocado slices when serving.
Tips:
- Cut your broccoli florets into smaller pieces to keep them bite-sized.
- Slice your onions thinly and then in half to make it easy to eat them.
More Broccoli Recipes
- Creamy Bacon and Broccoli Pasta
- Creamy Broccoli Soup
- Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup - Panera Copycat
FAQ
It will last for about 3 days in an air-tight container.
Absolutely. It will keep in the freezer for up to 6 months.
You can pair this with beef, pork, chicken, barbecue, and more.
Creamy Broccoli Salad Recipe
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Easy Creamy Broccoli Salad
This delicious creamy broccoli salad recipe is so easy to make and so full of flavor. A few ingredients and a few steps are all it takes.
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 large red onion, sliced thin
- 1 apple peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1-2 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
- Place broccoli, raisins, onion, apple, and almonds in a large mixing bowl.
- Prepare dressing by whisking mayonnaise, sour cream, and sugar together.
- Pour dressing over other ingredients.
- Stir until everything is well-combined.
- Chill and serve.
Nutrition Information
Yield
8Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 214Total Fat 15gSaturated Fat 3gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 11gCholesterol 14mgSodium 112mgCarbohydrates 20gFiber 3gSugar 13gProtein 3g
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