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Walmart Broccoli Salad (Copycat)

Walmart Broccoli Salad is a creamy, crunchy copycat of the deli salad many shoppers remember from the Walmart deli case. It is made with fresh broccoli, bacon, raisins, sunflower seeds, red onion, and a sweet-tangy dressing for an easy make-ahead side dish.
Prep Time20 minutes
chill time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10 - 12 servings
Calories: 365kcal
Author: Kelly Bloom
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Equipment

  • Large Shallow Salad Bowl

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs fresh broccoli crowns about 5 cups, washed and trimmed
  • 1 cup bacon cooked and crumbled
  • ½ cup red onion chopped
  • ½ cup toasted sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup black raisins

For the Dressing

  • 1 ½ cup mayonnaise not Miracle Whip or salad dressing
  • ⅓ cup sugar or honey
  • 3 tablespoon lemon juice fresh squeezed
  • 3 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
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Instructions

For the Dressing

  • Measure the mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Whisk together to mix until smooth and creamy. Set in the refrigerator until ready to dress the broccoli salad.
    1 ½ cup mayonnaise, ⅓ cup sugar, 3 tablespoon lemon juice, 3 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, ½ teaspoon salt

For the Broccoli Salad

  • Wash the broccoli and chop into little small to medium size chunks. Add to a large bowl.
    2 lbs fresh broccoli crowns
  • Crumble the crisp bacon and add to the bowl with the chopped red onion, toasted sunflower seeds, and black raisins.
    1 cup bacon, ½ cup red onion, ½ cup toasted sunflower seeds, 1 cup black raisins
  • Mix all the vegetables with the previously prepared salad dressing. You can serve this immediately, or chill for 30 minutes to an hour to let the flavors blend. Toss again right before serving.

Notes

  • Dry the Broccoli Thoroughly: After washing and chopping, ensure your broccoli is dry. Excess water can thin out the dressing and make the salad less creamy.
  • Chop Evenly: Aim for uniformly sized broccoli florets and other ingredients. This ensures every bite has a good mix of flavors and textures, and it makes for a more appealing presentation.
  • Don't Skimp on the Bacon: Crispy, well-cooked bacon is a star here. Cook it until perfectly crisp and crumble it just before adding to the salad to maintain its texture.
  • Let It Chill: This salad benefits greatly from chilling in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to an hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the dressing to thicken slightly.
  • Taste and Adjust Sweetness: The balance of sweet and savory is key. Taste the dressing before mixing it in, and adjust the amount of sugar or sweetener to your personal preference.
 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 18g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 604mg | Potassium: 522mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 592IU | Vitamin C: 84mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 2mg
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