Broccoli Cashew Salad
This Broccoli Cashew Salad balances smoky bacon and toasted nuts with a sweet-tangy, mayo-based dressing. Fresh broccoli stays crunchy alongside raisins and red onion for pops of sweetness and bite, making it a standout for potlucks, picnics, or make-ahead lunches.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and crisp, about 10 minutes.
- 2
Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate.
- 3
Let the bacon cool and crumble it into pieces.
- 4
Whisk the mayonnaise, cider vinegar, and sugar in a mixing bowl until the sugar dissolves.
- 5
Add the broccoli, raisins, cashews, onion, and crumbled bacon, then stir until everything is evenly coated.
- 6
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours.
- 7
Let it stand at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
- Calories 542.65 kcal High
- Protein 26.08 g Good Source
- Carbs 32.19 g Moderate
- Total Fat 36.66 g High
- Saturated Fat 8.14 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 38.88 mg Moderate
- Sodium 706.05 mg High
- Fiber 4.49 g Moderate
- Sugar 21.16 g High
- Added Sugar 0.29 g Low Source
- Calcium 66.61 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.39 mg Moderate
- Potassium 531.47 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 36.83 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 101.16 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Broccoli Cashew Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Bacon, Broccoli, and Cashews. Each serving provides about 542.65 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Broccoli Cashew Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish or salad.
- What is Broccoli Cashew Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Bacon, Broccoli, Cashews, Mayonnaise. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Broccoli Cashew Salad?
- About 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 542.65 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Broccoli Cashew Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 7 steps.
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