Broccoli Cranberry Salad

This is a great side dish and really simple to make. I guarantee if you make this for the next potluck or cookout, everyone will ask for the recipe.

It is similar to our Broccoli Salad Salad with bacon but a little different with cranberries. This twist is so delicious and I think you will really love it. You may even love this Copycat Paula Deen’s Broccoli Salad.

Why We Love This Recipe

We love this recipe because of this simple ingredients. It is the perfect side dish as the dressing is light with a hint of sweetness. I have friends that really aren’t huge broccoli fans but they love this salad. They were surprised how much they loved it.

The crunchy texture and the combination of ingredients makes for a delicious broccoli salad recipe.

Ingredients

For the full list of ingredients and recipe, scroll to the bottom of the post for the recipe card.

Variations Ideas

• Vegetables – You can also add cauliflower in with the broccoli to change things up. You can also use Vidalia onions for a sweeter taste. However, I like the pop of color the red onion gives the salad.
• Raisins – You can easily substitute raisins for cranberries if you prefer.
• Chopped Nuts – Chopped Walnuts or sliced almonds also work great. Use what you have or prefer. You can even add a handful of sunflower seeds.
• Mayonnaise – You can use plain Greek yogurt to lighten things up. See The Best Mayonnaise Substitutes for other ideas.
• Maple Syrup – Feel free to substitute the sugar with maple syrup or sugar for a delicious alternative.

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1 – Put the ingredients in a small bowl and whisk together until well combined. Set the dressing aside for later.

Step 2 – Just put all the other ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Combine the ingredients.

Step 3 – Finally, pour the dressing over the ingredients.

Step 4 – Toss everything together to make sure it is well coated. Enjoy!

Expert Tips

• Prepare Vegetables – The broccoli florets should be washed and chopped into bite size pieces. It is so much easier to eat when you cut into these small pieces
• Combining Ingredients – Combine the ingredients in a large bowl to completely cover with the dressing ingredients.
• Serving – This salad is best served after making it. But you can also allow the salad to chill for about an hour before serving.

Serving Suggestions

This light and crunchy salad is a great addition to your meals all year around. We love to serve with Easy Grilled Chicken Kabob Recipe and Grilled Balsamic Glazed Chicken. I have even made with this simple Hot Dogs and Pork Tenderloin.

We even like using the creamy dressing served over a spinach salad. It is a great dressing and flavors of the dressing makes it a family favorite.