Amish Broccoli Salad
A creamy, crunchy Amish broccoli salad with sweet raisins and smoky bacon. A perfect side for BBQs, holidays, or make-ahead meals.
Equipment
- Cutting board & knife
- Large mixing bowl
- - Medium bowl for dressing
- Whisk or spoon
Ingredients
- - 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- - 1 cup raisins
- - ½ cup red onion finely chopped
- - ½ cup crispy bacon bits
- - ¾ cup mayonnaise
- - 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- - 1 tbsp sugar
- **Optional Garnish**
- - Extra bacon bits
- - Shredded cheddar cheese
- - Sunflower seeds or almonds
Instructions
- **Prep Broccoli**: Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized florets.
- **Make Dressing**: Whisk mayo, vinegar, and sugar in a medium bowl until creamy.
- **Mix Salad**: In a large bowl, combine broccoli, raisins, onion, and bacon. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
- **Chill**: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- **Serve**: Stir again and top with garnish before serving.
Notes
- Sub dried cranberries for a twist
- Use Greek yogurt for a lighter version
- Make up to 24 hours in advance
- Use Greek yogurt for a lighter version
- Make up to 24 hours in advance