Summary

Broccoli is a summer staple, but it's often overshadowed by other vegetables. This Broccoli Salad recipe from Culinary.net is a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for a summer lunch or side. It's made with broccoli, apples, carrots, blueberries, cranberries, sunflower seeds, pecans, and bacon, all tossed in a dressing made with mayonnaise, milk, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and poppy seeds. The recipe is a great way to enjoy broccoli in a light and flavorful dish.

(Family Features) Watermelon, strawberries, corn and green beans get all the fresh produce love in the summer, but don’t forget broccoli as a warm-weather staple. Instead of dunking in dressing or smothering with melted cheese, go for a lighter dish with this Broccoli Salad – an ideal light lunch or simple summer side. Visit Culinary.net to find more veggie-inspired salad ideas.


Broccoli Salad Recipe

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Servings: 4-6

  • 2 medium heads broccoli
  • 2 apples
  • lemon juice
  • 1 carrot
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup pecans
  • 1 package (2 1/2 ounces) real bacon pieces

Dressing:

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  1. Coarsely chop broccoli and place in large bowl. Coarsely chop apples and brush with lemon juice to prevent browning; add to bowl. Shred carrot and add to bowl with blueberries, cranberries, sunflower seeds, pecans and bacon.
  2. To make dressing: Mix mayonnaise, milk, apple cider vinegar, sugar and poppy seeds. Pour over broccoli salad and mix well.

 

SOURCE:
Culinary.net