Amish Broccoli Raisin Salad has long been a crowd favorite, especially among those who have a taste for sweet and salty combinations. You will love this Amish Broccoli salad loaded with broccoli, cauliflower, sunflower seeds, raisins, and bacon, and topped with a creamy sweet dressing. This salad is also packed with protein and nutrients, what more to ask for?
Make this easy-to-put-together recipe ahead of time and served anytime, making for a great on-the-go meal or quick meal and a great dish for any bbq, potluck, or picnic meal.
If you love a sweet and savory salads, this Amish Broccoli Raisin Salad is made for you. Packed with broccoli, cauliflower, bacon, raisins, sunflower seeds and sweet and sour vinaigrette, this salad is a great on go meal or picnic sidedish. Try adding your other favorite toppings.
In a large bowl mix broccoli, cauliflower, bacon, raisins, and sunflower seeds. Set aside. Optional: Blanch or steam cauliflower and broccoli or serve raw.
In another bowl combine mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar.
Combine broccoli, cauliflower, bacon, raisins, and sunflower seeds with dressing.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour
Recipe Note
If you prefer cooked broccoli and cauliflower, we recommend doing a quick blanch in boiling water and then cooling it in ice water. This will help keep the green color of the broccoli.
For a vegetarian version, just serve the bacon bits on the side as a topping.
For a sugar-free version, try swapping sugar with honey in equal amounts.
Feel free to use any kind of onion you prefer, red onion also goes well with this salad.
If you make this recipe ahead of time, top it with raisins and sunflower seeds upon serving for extra crunch.
How to store Amish Broccoli Raisin Salad?
Amish Broccoli Raisin Salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days. We do not recommend freezing Amish Broccoli Raisin Salad because of the mayonnaise dressing.
