Description
This Delicious Amish Broccoli Salad is a creamy, crunchy classic side dish made with fresh broccoli, crispy bacon, sweet raisins, and a tangy mayo dressing. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or summer dinners, this no-cook salad is easy to make and full of old-fashioned flavor. Learn how to make this iconic Amish recipe and enjoy it chilled.
Ingredients
4 cups broccoli florets
1 small red onion, finely chopped
6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1/3 cup sunflower seeds or chopped nuts
1/3 cup raisins or dried cranberries
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
1. Wash and dry broccoli florets, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, white vinegar, and sugar until smooth.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli, red onion, bacon, sunflower seeds, and raisins.
4. Pour dressing over the mixture and stir well to coat all ingredients evenly.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld.
Notes
Letting the salad chill helps enhance flavor and slightly soften the broccoli.
You can substitute Greek yogurt for half of the mayonnaise for a lighter version.
Add shredded cheddar cheese for a richer flavor twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg