I ended up cutting the recipe down substantially after SP took a look at the ingredients and said, "No way will I be eating any of that." I used one small broccoli crown and pretty much eyeballed the rest to make two portions just for me. It was delicious. I loved the crunchy broccoli, the sweetness of the grapes and dried cranberries mixed with the tanginess of the vinegar and the salty bacon.
Broccoli Salad
Very Culinary
1 large head of broccoli, cut into bite sized pieces
2 cups of red grapes, sliced in half length wise
1 cup slivered almonds
1 cup dried cherries, raisins, or dried cranberries
6 scallions, chopped
1/4 cup cooked bacon pieces
1 cup mayo
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
Mix dry ingredients together in a large bowl. Mix mayo, vinegar, and sugar together in a small bowl. Pour mayo mixture over broccoli mixture and combine well. Serve right away or chill for a few hours.
I've never seen a broccoli salad with grapes and almonds before. I love the look of this. It's definitely inspired me to add grapes to my broccoli salad recipe next time I make it!
ReplyDeleteThis is my go-to salad to bring places, and my kids say I have to make it for Thanksgiving and Christmas! I love the dressing and you can put in whatever you like. I use broccoli, sunflower seeds, bacon and carrots.
ReplyDeleteCassie - Since this was my first experience with broccoli salad I don't know if grapes are typical, but they really added a nice sweetness to the salad. And I love any excuse to add fruit and nuts to salads. :)
ReplyDeleteShelia - Carrots sound like a great addition. Do you grate them or leave them whole?
My aunt makes this salad it is one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteHome Cook, I slice the carrots into small bite-size pieces. I usually use baby carrots since that's what's in the fridge and cut them about 1/4" thick. I love this recipe because you can include things you like and exclude things you don't (like raisins, which we call "dead bugs" at our house!)
ReplyDeleteI also haven't ever had a broccoli salad with grapes or almonds, and I may still omit the almonds... but otherwise it looks so good!
ReplyDeleteHave a great night!!!