Welcome to a delightful and crunchy dish, Broccoli Salad with Almonds! This easy-to-make recipe combines fresh broccoli with a creamy dressing, crispy bacon, and sliced almonds for a flavorful and satisfying salad.

Why Make This Recipe

Broccoli Salad with Almonds is a great way to incorporate more greens into your diet while enjoying a tasty and satisfying dish. It’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a side dish for any meal.

How to Make Broccoli Salad with Almonds

Ingredients:

1 cup mayonnaise

3 tablespoons brown sugar

2 teaspoons white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

6 cups fresh broccoli (chopped)

8 strips bacon (cooked and crumbled)

1 medium red or yellow bell pepper (seeded and chopped)

½ red onion (peeled and chopped)

4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

1/3 cup sliced almonds

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, brown sugar, and vinegar. Chill in the refrigerator.

In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli, bacon, bell pepper, red onion, cheddar cheese, and almonds.

Take out the dressing, season with salt and pepper, and mix well.

Add the dressing to the broccoli salad and toss to coat.

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

How to Serve Broccoli Salad with Almonds

Serve this salad chilled as a side dish for grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a standalone light meal. It also pairs well with a crusty bread or as part of a buffet spread.

How to Store Broccoli Salad with Almonds

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving again.

Tips to Make Broccoli Salad with Almonds

For a healthier option, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise in the dressing.

Toast the almonds before adding them to the salad for an extra nutty flavor.

Make sure the broccoli is chopped into bite-sized pieces for easy eating.

Variation

For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and add in some cherry tomatoes or sunflower seeds for added texture and flavor.