5 from 63 votes
Sweet Tomatoes Joan's Broccoli Madness Salad
Sweet Tomatoes Joan's Broccoli Madness Salad mixes broccoli florets with a creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, vegetable oil, and sugar. Tossed with raisins, cashews, bacon bits, and red onion, the salad combines crunchy, sweet, and savory flavors. It needs several hours chilled to meld, resulting in a refreshing side suitable for potlucks or family meals offering a contrast to heavier dishes.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
10
Calories:
288 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 pounds broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup cashew
- 1/4 cup bacon bits cooked
- 1/4 cup red onion chopped
Instructions
- Place mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, vegetable oil, and sugar in a large bowl.
- Beat with a whisk until the sugar has dissolved.
- Add broccoli, cashews, raisins, bacon bits, and red onion.
- Fold in the ingredients until evenly coated with the salad dressing.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
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Notes
- For those who prefer not to use broccoli, substitute mixed greens for a different texture and flavor.
- Omit cashews if allergic to nuts to adapt the salad accordingly.
- Use vegan mayonnaise and omit bacon bits to prepare a vegetarian version.
- This salad stores well in the refrigerator for a couple of days, making it suitable for advance preparation and serving.
Nutrition Information
Calories
288kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
16g
(5%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
23g
(35%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
12mg
(4%)
Sodium
222mg
(9%)
Potassium
383mg
(8%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
580IU
(12%)
Vitamin C
81.4mg
(90%)
Calcium
48mg
(5%)
Iron
1.3mg
(7%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 288kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 222mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 383mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 580IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 81.4mg | 90% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.