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    Broccoli Slaw Salad

    Published by Melissa on March 31, 2018 | Updated June 10, 2022 | 20 Comments

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    A broccoli slaw salad made from fresh broccoli, sweet carrots, red onions, dried cranberries, and sliced almonds coated with a wonderful, creamy lemon dressing. This is an easy-to-make salad that is perfect for almost any occasion. 

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    I’ve joined a fun group of bloggers to put together a roundup of recipes on the first day of every month. This month we’re doing Easy Side Dish Recipes. After you’ve checked out this easy Broccoli Slaw Salad recipe, be sure and scroll to the bottom of the post for links to all the other great easy side dish recipes!

    The Kitchn shared a link to their Light & Easy Broccoli Salad recipe on Facebook and I was intrigued because it used both the flower and the stalk of fresh broccoli.

    I’ve often purchased broccoli slaw at the grocery store, but I’d never made my own. My food processor made quick work of the broccoli, but if you don’t have a food processor, you could substitute two packages of ready-to-use broccoli slaw for the broccoli and carrots in the recipe.

    Broccoli Slaw Plated With Chicken Cordon Bleu-Melt

    The original recipe didn’t include carrots, but I thought the salad needed to be more colorful so I added carrots. I also substitute dried cranberries for the currants in the recipe.

    The dressing for this salad is a perfect balance of creaminess and tanginess. It looks like there’s too much of the broccoli flowers, but after you add the dressing, it pulls the salad together.

    Broccoli Slaw Salad recipe from Barbara Bakes

    I serve this broccoli salad at my niece’s bridal shower, along with the Chicken Salad Gourges. It makes enough salad for a crowd. We had more than 12 people at the shower and had plenty leftover. The leftovers were still crisp and delicious the next day, so you could make this salad ahead of time if you needed to.

    This easy side dish recipe is also on my Easter menu this year. It’s a versatile recipe that’s perfect for everyday meals as well as holidays.

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    Broccoli Slaw Salad

    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Additional Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Course: Salads
    Keyword: salad, vegetables
    Servings: 12 (½-cup servings)
    Author: Barbara Schieving
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    Ingredients

    • 2 pounds broccoli 1 large head
    • 1 cup diced carrots
    • ½ cup finely chopped red onion
    • ¾ cup dried cranberries
    • ½ cup light mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons sugar
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • Freshly ground pepper
    • ¾ cup sliced almonds

    Instructions

    • Use the grater disk to shred the broccoli in a food processor - use the stems and the blossoms.
    • In a large bowl, combine the shredded broccoli, carrots, red onion, and cranberries.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, salt, and a generous quantity of fresh pepper. Add the dressing to the broccoli mixture and toss to combine. Taste and add more salt or pepper, if needed.
    • Allow to sit for 30 minutes (or an hour in the fridge) so the flavors can mingle. Right before serving mix in the sliced almonds.

    Notes

    adapted from The Kitchn

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    1. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella

      April 08, 2018 at 6:08 pm

      Ooh I’ve never tried broccoli slaw but I’m one of those people that adores broccoli! Thanks for sharing the recipe mum! 😀 xxx

      Reply
    2. Kat Jeter

      April 03, 2018 at 2:07 pm

      Broccoli is one of my favorite vegetables so I could eat this all year long but it seems like the perfect, crunchy, fresh, side for summer.

      Reply
    3. Gina Kleinworth

      April 02, 2018 at 12:08 pm

      Oh what a fabulous side!

      Reply
    4. Tara Teaspoon

      April 02, 2018 at 9:27 am

      Looks terrific, Barbara! I’m sure I’ll love the addition of nuts – even more crunchy! Thanks!

      Reply
    5. Bec

      April 02, 2018 at 7:20 am

      I love the looks of this broccoli slaw, Barb! Most of the recipes I see are way to heavy with mayo-based dressings. Your recipe keeps things healthy and crunchy!!

      Reply
    6. Nicole

      May 05, 2015 at 10:00 pm

      I make something similar to this. Instead of cranberries, I use raisins. Sunflower seeds in place of almonds and throw in some real bacon crumbles. It’s super yummy!

      Reply
      • Barbara Schieving

        May 06, 2015 at 4:29 pm

        Sound like great additions Nicole. Thanks for sharing.

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    7. Ala

      November 20, 2014 at 2:49 am

      I’ve genuinely been searching for this recipe for quite some time! Love love and love, and I have no idea why I didn’t bother making this earlier. Thanks for the share, Barbara–keeping this one on file for sure!

      Reply
    8. Rocky Mountain Woman

      November 19, 2014 at 2:11 pm

      Looks like a perfect winter salad…love the lemon dressing idea!

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    9. Adri

      November 19, 2014 at 2:00 pm

      I have never heard of this dish, but it sounds wonderful. Thanks fro sharing!

      Reply
    10. KalynsKitchen

      November 18, 2014 at 8:45 pm

      I love the sound of this! And what a great idea to use the food processor to make your own broccoli slaw. Must try that!

      Reply
    11. Amanda

      November 18, 2014 at 4:52 pm

      Love this, I wouldn’t have thought to add cranberry to broccoli slaw. Great idea!!!

      Reply
    12. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh

      November 18, 2014 at 2:31 pm

      I love broccoli salad and this looks yummy!

      Reply
    13. Stephanie-Oh

      November 18, 2014 at 1:00 pm

      I love broccoli slaw but most of the recipes have bacon. For Thanksgiving I’m hosting ~40 family members, a handful of which are vegetarians. This will make a great salad that everyone can enjoy. Thanks for sharing!

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    14. Carol

      November 18, 2014 at 12:13 pm

      That salad looks delicious, Barbara. I got hooked on broccoli salad a few years ago-have a made a few varieties but none like this-they’re a nice change from regular coleslaw. I can’t wait to try it. 🙂

      Reply
    15. Angie@Angie's Recipes

      November 18, 2014 at 11:42 am

      I have never made a slaw with broccoli….and can’t wait to give it a try! Love the extra add of carrots.

      Reply
    16. Asiya @ Chocolate & Chillies

      November 18, 2014 at 9:31 am

      I was looking for different things to do with broccoli..love the idea of a slaw! This is going on the menu this week 🙂 Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    17. Kitchen Belleicious

      November 18, 2014 at 8:49 am

      i love coleslaw. I grew up eating it as staple with burgers and grilled chicken. Yours looks delicious

      Reply
    18. Rosa

      November 18, 2014 at 8:12 am

      This slaw is awesome! I love broccoli and this sald is really original.

      Cheers,

      Rosa

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    19. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef

      November 18, 2014 at 6:57 am

      I love broccoli slaw but I’m the only one in this house who does. When I make it, I try to make a small quantity because I eat it for days. 🙂 Good thing it’s so good.

      Reply

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