Broccoli Raisin Salad

Submitted by Tona C.

"This salad was served on a truck stop buffet in Illinois. It was so good that I asked for the recipe, and they were kind enough to share it. From the kitchen of Tona Thornburg Court, Bridgeton MO."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Yields: 1 salad
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 1 large head of broccoli, washed trimmed & dried (use florets only, no stems)
• 1⁄2 cup dark raisins or 1/2 cup white raisins
• 1⁄2 cup chopped pecans or 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 1⁄2 lb bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
• 1 cup red sweet onion, chopped

• DRESSING

• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 3⁄4 cup mayonnaise (not Miracle Whip)

directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, onions, raisins, pecans and bacon.
2. In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients. Mix well and pour over broccoli mixture.
3. Toss gently, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Toss gently the next day when ready to serve.

Reviews

[Sharon123]

I love broccoli salad and this is a nice version! I used veggie bacon and loved the pecans in the salad. Thanks!