Crispy, crunchy, subtly sweet and a bit salty, too. This Broccoli Salad delivers big on texture and flavor! It tastes so satisfying and delicious, it will make a broccoli lover out of even the most reluctant veggie eater.

Broccoli Salad by The BakerMama

Make Broccoli Believers Out of ‘Em!

Get ready to crave broccoli, friends! Broccoli is already one of my favorite vegetables. But this simple (and simply amazing!) Broccoli Salad turns one unassuming green veggie into a craveable summer side. It’s so good that your whole family will ask for it again and again.

Fresh broccoli florets meet sweet-tart dried cranberries, salty bacon crumbles, and a tangy dressing with the powerhouse crunch of celery, green onion, and almonds. It’s extremely easy to put together and tastes so good. They’re sure to go back for seconds.

Broccoli Salad by The BakerMama

Anything but Boring!

First, let’s just get rid of the idea that vegetables are boring. I get excited to eat this salad every single time. And I’m not alone. Sure, the first time I made this salad for my kids, I got a few cynical looks. But I made believers out of them and I’ll make one out of you!

Three white salad plates with broccoli salad on them.

More Fabulous and Flavorful Vegetable Sides

  • Baked Zucchini Chips: Bake sliced zucchini into crispy chips for a healthier summer snack of Baked Zucchini Chips that everyone will love.
  • Crispy Oven-Fried Broccoli: Crispy Oven-Fried Broccoli is the most addictive broccoli you’ll ever eat! Crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside and seasoned to satisfy. So easy to make you’ll want to make it every night!
  • Baked Sweet Potato Fries: Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, these Baked Sweet Potato Fries are a flavorful, fresh and healthier alternative to plain old French fries.
  • How to Roast Brussels Sprouts: Let me teach you how to roast Brussels sprouts so they’re crisp and slightly charred on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. These veggies are heavenly!

What Do I Need to Make Broccoli Salad?

(see recipe card for measurements and details)

  • Small broccoli florets
  • Celery
  • Dried cranberries
  • Cooked and crumbled bacon
  • Green onions
  • Mayonnaise
  • Honey
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • Honey roasted sliced almonds
  • Large mixing bowl
Broccoli Salad by The BakerMama

How to Bake Bacon

Baking bacon is my favorite way to get crisp bacon crumbles. Check out my tutorial on How to Bake Bacon for tips and tricks! You’ll want to do this in advance of making the salad so it has time to cool.

How to Bake Bacon by The BakerMama

How to Make Broccoli Salad

  • Trim broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces. Slice your celery and green onions.
  • Next, in a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, celery, dried cranberries, green onion, and crumbled bacon.
Broccoli, bacon bits, dried cranberries and green onion slices in a large white serving bowl mixed together.
  • Then, in a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, honey, and lemon juice. Pour over broccoli mixture, tossing gently to coat.
Broccoli Salad by The BakerMama
  • Finally, stir in almonds just before serving. Serve and enjoy!
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Broccoli Salad by The BakerMama

More Fresh and Flavorful Salads

My Fresh and Flavorful Salad Recipes make it easy to bring the green to any meal. From side salads to hearty dinner salads, there’s a salad for every occasion and every taste!

Citrus caesar, layered taco salad, pesto rice salad, and kale salad.

When you make this Broccoli Salad, be sure to snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @thebakermama so I can see! 😍 I just love seeing how inspired and creative y’all get with the ideas I share. Enjoy!

xoxo,

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Broccoli Salad by The BakerMama

Broccoli Salad

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  • Author: The BakerMama
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 cups

Description

Crispy, crunchy, subtly sweet, and a bit salty, too, this Broccoli Salad delivers big on texture and flavor!


Ingredients

  • 6 cups small broccoli florets
  • ½ cup celery, sliced
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 8 slices)
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup honey roasted sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets, sliced celery, dried cranberries, crumbled bacon and sliced green onions.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, honey, and lemon juice. Pour over broccoli mixture, tossing gently to coat.
  3. Stir in almonds just before serving.
  4. Serve and enjoy!

About The BakerMama

Maegan is the author of her best-selling Beautiful Boards, Spectacular Spreads and Brilliant Bites cookbooks. She started blogging in 2012 and features hundreds of original recipes on The BakerMama. She truly enjoys sharing her easy, family-friendly recipes, creative meal ideas, food board creations, and entertaining spreads to encourage others to get in the kitchen and make something memorable for their loved ones to enjoy together. Learn More

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