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Old Time Broccoli Opposite Salad
5 from 3 votes

Old Time Broccoli Opposite Salad

This is a cinch to throw together and tastes just like my childhood, which was delicious by the way.  

Prep Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 220 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup mayonnaise
  • 2 Tbs balsamic vinegar
  • ⅓ white granulated sugar scant cup
  • 2 broccoli crowns - crowns only cut into small - one inch pieces or smaller, large bunches
  • 8-10 pieces Bacon ok to do in microwave and crushed, fried crispy
  • ½ - 1 Cup raisins
  • ¼ cup red onion chopped small
  • ½ cup pecans chopped

Instructions

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  1. The night before you will make the salad, mix together in a medium sized bowl the mayonnaise, vinegar and sugar. Mix well and then refrigerate.
  2. Cut the broccoli crowns into small one inch or smaller pieces and set aside.
  3. Fry the bacon till crispy or microwave on paper towels till crunchy - then crush into small bits. Cut the onion into small pieces as well. Chop your pecans into small bits.
  4. Mix together the broccoli, bacon, raisins, red onion and pecans using your hands. Pour the dressing that you have refrigerated overnight over the top and mix well with a spatula. Place into a sealed container and refrigerate until ready to use. Mix again before serving. Will keep for about a week. Is even better on day two!

Notes

  • Substitute any kind of nut you like

Nutrition Information

Calories 220kcal (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 220

% Daily Value*

Calories 220kcal 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.