Doug's Famous Broccoli Salad

Submitted by BB2011

"This one's a potluck pleaser! One bite and you'll be going back for more! This broccoli salad combines a satisfying crunch with delicious flavor. Bacon bits may be substituted for the bacon, or even bac'n bits if you want to make it vegetarian."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Yields: 1 big bowl
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 2 bunches broccoli, top and stems
• 3⁄4 cup raisins
• 1⁄2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1⁄3 cup sugar
• 1⁄2 lb bacon, fried and crumbled
• 3⁄4 cup dry roasted peanuts or 3/4 cup salted peanuts

directions

1. Wash and cut broccoli into small pieces. If heavy stems are used, peel stem and cut inner part into small pieces.
2. Combine mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar, and mix well, then add to broccoli.
3. Mix in bacon.
4. Add peanuts last.

Reviews

[Sharon123]

I halved the recipe, used veggie bacon and enjoyed this alot! Thanks! Made for Zaar Cookbook tag in the game room. :)

 

[neeserwoman]

I just made this yesterday, but vegganized it a bit. I used veggannaise, seasoned rice vinegar (my favorite vinegar), organic golden raisens, smart bacon and about 3 packets of raw sugar (to taste). Came out awesome. I used it as a sandwich filler in a pita.

 

[LeahLynnTink]

I made this recipe yesterday and it was exactly what I was looking for! I am a huge fan of a broccoli salad at a local salad bar-style restaurant and this salad tastes exactly like my favorite broccoli salad from that restaurant. It has a lot of different flavors and textures. No particular ingredient overpowers the rest of the salad. Absolutely delicious (and since it is served cold, it is great for summer!).

 

[Sarah_Jayne]

I am not sure who Doug is but his but he makes one really tasty broccoli salad. I liked the sweet and salty combinations in this and the various textures that come from the bacon , raisins and nuts. I used fat free mayo though I don't think it really made any health difference with the other ingredients. Next time, I am going to try using splenda instead of the sugar. Made for PAC Spring 2010.