Beer Nut Broccoli Salad Recipe

Kick up your broccoli salad game! This recipe puts a fun, unexpected twist on a classic, adding crunchy beer nuts and a tangy-sweet dressing for a flavor explosion. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a light yet satisfying weeknight meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 604.9 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
Beer Nut Broccoli Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Beer Nut Broccoli Salad

  • 1 large head of broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
  • Green Onion
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • Nuts
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

How to Make Beer Nut Broccoli Salad

  1. Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, red onion, raisins, beer nuts, and sunflower seeds.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, and apple cider vinegar until well combined.
  4. Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the broccoli mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Right before serving, sprinkle with crumbled bacon.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

75g

Fat

42g

Carbs

13g

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