{"id":298191,"date":"2025-03-06T08:54:20","date_gmt":"2025-03-06T01:54:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=298191"},"modified":"2026-01-11T07:01:05","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:01:05","slug":"broccoli-salad-recipes-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/broccoli-salad-recipes-2\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Simple Broccoli Salad Recipes That Will Make You Love Your Greens!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Broccoli may not be the first veggie that pops into your head when you think of delicious salads, but it deserves a spot in the spotlight. These recipes will transform this often-overlooked green into something truly delightful. Get ready to discover how crunchy, zesty, and flavorful broccoli can be!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/broccoli-salad-recipes-2\/#Crunchy_Broccoli_and_Bacon_Salad\" >Crunchy Broccoli and Bacon Salad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/broccoli-salad-recipes-2\/#Zesty_Broccoli_and_Chickpea_Salad\" >Zesty Broccoli and Chickpea Salad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/broccoli-salad-recipes-2\/#Savory_Broccoli_and_Cauliflower_Salad\" >Savory Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crunchy_Broccoli_and_Bacon_Salad\"><\/span>Crunchy Broccoli and Bacon Salad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/3872370\/pexels-photo-3872370.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Crunchy Broccoli and Bacon Salad\" title=\"Crunchy Broccoli and Bacon Salad\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Polina Tankilevitch on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/photo-of-bowl-beside-wooden-chopping-board-3872370\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Turquoise\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/broccoli-crunch-salad-1738655302.jpg\" alt=\"Broccoli Crunch Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/broccoli-crunch-salad-recipe-8725179\" target=\"_blank\">Broccoli Crunch Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: Broccoli slaw mix, apple cider vinegar, bacon, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries Total Time: 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Chartreuse\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/crunchy-broccoli-salad-with-bacon-1738655302.jpg\" alt=\"Crunchy Broccoli Salad with Bacon.\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/theprettybee.com\/favorite-broccoli-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Crunchy Broccoli Salad with Bacon.<\/a><\/strong> from The Pretty Bee<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: Apple cider vinegar, bacon, dried cherries, sunflower seeds, red onion Total Time: 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:RosyBrown\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/classic-bacon-broccoli-salad-recipe-1738655303.jpg\" alt=\"Classic Bacon Broccoli Salad Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchenmagpie.com\/classic-bacon-broccoli-salad-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Classic Bacon Broccoli Salad Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from The Kitchen Magpie<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: Sunflower seeds, red onion, mayonnaise, white vinegar, raisins Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This salad offers a fantastic blend of flavors with crispy bacon, crunchy broccoli, and a creamy dressing that ties it all together. The slight smokiness of the bacon pairs perfectly with the fresh, vibrant taste of the broccoli, creating a dish that\u2019s savory and satisfying. It\u2019s an easy recipe that comes together quickly, making it perfect for gatherings or a simple weeknight dinner.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>4 cups fresh broccoli florets<\/li>\n<li>6 slices of cooked bacon, crumbled<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup red onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 cup mayonnaise<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon sugar<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this salad truly special is the combination of textures and flavors. The crispy bacon adds a rich, savory note, while the sweet raisins or cranberries provide a delightful contrast. Plus, the creamy dressing brings everything together, making each bite a little explosion of deliciousness. It\u2019s a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/crunchy-broccoli-salad-with-bacon-easy-recipe-1738655320.jpg\" alt=\"Crunchy Broccoli Salad with Bacon [Easy Recipe]\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=fkjN_9GaDxc\" target=\"_blank\">Crunchy Broccoli Salad with Bacon [Easy Recipe]<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/crunchy-broccoli-salad-with-bacon-1738655320.jpg\" alt=\"Crunchy Broccoli Salad with Bacon\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=oEdkHxLaWBU\" target=\"_blank\">Crunchy Broccoli Salad with Bacon<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/broccoli-salad-with-bacon-1738655320.jpg\" alt=\"Broccoli Salad with Bacon\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zURQBSIoXhk\" target=\"_blank\">Broccoli Salad with Bacon<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zesty_Broccoli_and_Chickpea_Salad\"><\/span>Zesty Broccoli and Chickpea Salad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/29525552\/pexels-photo-29525552.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Zesty Broccoli and Chickpea Salad\" title=\"Zesty Broccoli and Chickpea Salad\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Sahar Fallah on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/healthy-broccoli-chickpea-salad-in-white-bowl-29525552\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BlanchedAlmond\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/15-minute-tasty-healthy-broccoli-chickpea-salad-with-lemon-vinaigrette-1738655305.jpg\" alt=\"15-Minute Tasty &amp; Healthy Broccoli Chickpea Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tastingtothrive.com\/15-minute-tasty-and-healthy-broccoli-chickpea-salad-with-lemon-vinaigrette\/\" target=\"_blank\">15-Minute Tasty &amp; Healthy Broccoli Chickpea Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette<\/a><\/strong> from Tasting to Thrive<\/p>\n<p><small>Ingredients: 15\u00a0min <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:NavajoWhite\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/chopped-broccoli-and-chickpea-salad-1738655306.jpg\" alt=\"Chopped Broccoli and Chickpea Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/downshiftology.com\/recipes\/chopped-broccoli-and-chickpea-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chopped Broccoli and Chickpea Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Downshiftology<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 15\u00a0min <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SeaGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/crunchy-broccoli-and-chickpea-salad-1738655306.jpg\" alt=\"Crunchy Broccoli and Chickpea Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/asweetspoonful.com\/2019\/05\/crunchy-broccoli-and-chickpea-salad.html\" target=\"_blank\">Crunchy Broccoli and Chickpea Salad<\/a><\/strong> from A Sweet Spoonful<\/p>\n<p><small>Ingredients: 30\u00a0min <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a salad that\u2019s both refreshing and filling, this zesty broccoli and chickpea mix is just the thing. The chickpeas add a hearty texture, while the lemony dressing gives it a bright and lively flavor that will wake up your taste buds. This salad is not only easy to prepare but also packed with protein, making it a great option for a light lunch or a side dish.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 cups fresh broccoli florets<\/li>\n<li>1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed<\/li>\n<li>1 bell pepper, diced (any color you like!)<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup red onion, diced<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup olive oil<\/li>\n<li>Juice of 1 lemon<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This salad shines with its bright colors and even brighter flavors! The chickpeas not only add protein but also a delightful creaminess that complements the broccoli. The fresh parsley and lemon juice give it a refreshing twist, making it perfect for warm days or as a side dish at a barbecue. You\u2019ll love how the flavors meld together, leaving you craving more!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/broccoli-and-chickpea-salad-everyday-food-with-sarah-carey-1738655330.jpg\" alt=\"Broccoli and Chickpea Salad - Everyday Food with Sarah Carey\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=72NBncjZcqo\" target=\"_blank\">Broccoli and Chickpea Salad &#8211; Everyday Food with Sarah Carey<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/broccoli-and-chickpea-salad-1738655330.jpg\" alt=\"Broccoli and Chickpea Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ls2MYVNiEIc\" target=\"_blank\">Broccoli and Chickpea Salad<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/roasted-broccoli-chickpea-salad-with-1738655330.jpg\" alt=\"ROASTED BROCCOLI &amp; CHICKPEA SALAD WITH ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=czmSlF99LTw\" target=\"_blank\">ROASTED BROCCOLI &amp; CHICKPEA SALAD WITH &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Savory_Broccoli_and_Cauliflower_Salad\"><\/span>Savory Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/9213884\/pexels-photo-9213884.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Savory Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad\" title=\"Savory Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Loren Castillo on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/vegetable-salad-beside-clear-glass-of-water-9213884\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightCyan\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/easy-broccoli-cauliflower-salad-1738655315.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Broccoli Cauliflower Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.meatloafandmelodrama.com\/broccoli-cauliflower-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Broccoli Cauliflower Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Meatloaf and Melodrama<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. 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Ingredients: 5, 0(2) <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This unique salad combines broccoli with cauliflower for a delightful twist, creating a beautiful medley of greens. The crunchy textures of both vegetables are enhanced by a tangy dressing that adds a savory kick. It\u2019s a perfect dish to serve at potlucks, where it will surely be a hit among friends and family.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 cups broccoli florets<\/li>\n<li>2 cups cauliflower florets<\/li>\n<li>1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup sunflower seeds<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup olive oil<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons red wine vinegar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon dried oregano<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This salad is all about the layers of flavor! The feta cheese adds a creamy and salty bite, while the sunflower seeds provide a nutty crunch that makes each mouthful exciting. With the fresh cherry tomatoes adding a pop of sweetness and color, this dish is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the taste buds. It\u2019s a wonderful way to enjoy your veggies and impress your guests!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for delicious ways to enjoy your greens? 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