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July 14, 2016

Classic Broccoli Bacon Salad

This Classic Broccoli Bacon Salad has been a staple at summer picnics and parties since I can remember. My mom always made a big ol’ bowl of this stuff whenever we were having something going on in the backyard. Crunchy broccoli. Sharp Cheddar cheese. Creamy dressing. Bacon. It’s a perfect combination of flavors!

Crunchy broccoli. Sharp Cheddar cheese. Creamy dressing. Bacon. It's a perfect combination of flavors! | The Preserves Project

I’ve never been a big fan of classic summer salads like traditional potato salad or macaroni salad (I’m not a big mayo person.) However, this salad I really get into. Maybe it’s my love of broccoli, or the cheese, or the bacon? I just know that I never grow tired of this recipe. It’s super easy to make, and can be made a day ahead. A few simple steps, and you can check one thing off of your to-do list!

Making Classic Broccoli Bacon Salad
First, wash and chop two bunches of broccoli. Place in a large bowl. Chop half of an onion and toss it in with the broccoli. Add 2 cups of grated Cheddar cheese (or try Monterey Jack.) Finally add in a 1/2 cup of bacon bits.

A Tip!

Rather than store-bought bacon bits, I like to cook 8-10 strips of bacon in the microwave and then crumble it up. Yum!

For the dressing, in a separate bowl combine 1 cup of mayo, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar and 1/4 cup of sugar. Whisk together until well blended and pour over salad. Toss gently until all ingredients are well coated. Then cover and refrigerate until chilled – at least 1 hour, or overnight.

That’s it! Like I said, this salad couldn’t be easier and it’s always a hit. It’s even good the next day if you do have any leftovers.

Does anyone in your family make this salad? It’s definitely a popular one, and everyone seems to have their own little variations. Leave a comment below and let me know how your family does Broccoli Salad!

5.0 from 1 reviews
Classic Broccoli Bacon Salad
 
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Prep time
15 mins
Total time
15 mins
 
Crunchy broccoli. Sharp Cheddar cheese. Creamy dressing. Bacon. This Classic Broccoli Salad is a perfect combination of flavors!
Author: Stacy
Recipe type: Salad
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
  • 2 bunches of broccoli, chopped
  • ½ medium onion, chopped
  • 2 c. shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ c. bacon bits (8-10 slices cooked bacon, crumbled)
For the Dressing:
  • 1 c. mayo
  • 2 Tbs. red wine vinegar
  • ¼ c. sugar
Instructions
  1. Place the chopped broccoli and onion in a large bowl.
  2. Add the cheese and crumbled bacon.
  3. For the dressing, in a separate bowl combine mayo, red wine vinegar and sugar.
  4. Whisk together until well blended and pour over salad.
  5. Toss gently until all ingredients are well coated.
  6. Cover and refrigerate until chilled - at least 1 hour, or up to overnight.
Notes
Salad can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd!
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Comments

  1. Mal says

    July 15, 2016 at 4:10 am

    Yes please!! Yum!!

    Reply
  2. Justina says

    July 14, 2016 at 6:48 pm

    This is the first time I heard of this recipe but you can’t go wrong with bacon and broccoli. Looks amazing.

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  3. Ros [email protected] says

    July 14, 2016 at 6:12 pm

    This salad looks so delicious! I love the broccoli and bacon combo and I like the fact that you added cheese. Simple and delicious!

    Reply
  4. Melanie Snavely says

    July 14, 2016 at 4:17 pm

    This looks absolutely amazing!!! I will have to make a batch and have some for lunch throughout the week!! I have been trying to get in more veggies! Yay!!

    Reply
  5. Kim says

    July 14, 2016 at 4:00 pm

    Yum! I love this salad – and I am big fan of fresh bacon too!

    Reply
  6. Alfa Sengupta says

    July 14, 2016 at 3:30 pm

    I happen to have all of this in the fridge so I know what we’ll be having as a side dish tonight! =)

    Reply
  7. Nellwyn says

    July 14, 2016 at 2:46 pm

    This sounds perfect for me– I love broccoli and I love bacon!

    Reply
  8. Jeanette says

    July 14, 2016 at 2:38 pm

    Broccoli and bacon…yum yum 🙂

    Reply

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