Comments on: Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Raisins

By: Annie

Annie — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 16:47:20 +0000

I do a version of this salad, using 1/2 the fat mayo and Pecans and raisins.

By: LLeong

LLeong — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 21:38:05 +0000

If you want to cut calories and fat a bit, substitute nonfat, unflavored yogurt for half the mayo. That’s the version of the recipe my friend Vicki gave me & it’s great made that way.

By: SRyan

SRyan — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 02:51:15 +0000

I substitute shaved almonds for the cashews, and I add cheddar cheese at the last minute. It is wonderful!

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By: MacKenzie

MacKenzie — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 22:10:18 +0000

I add halved red grapes to this salad, they go well.

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By: Rhonda

Rhonda — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 05:29:02 +0000

GENIUS adding the cashews, I love this salad but have never thought to add them. It is seriously all of my favorite things together!

By: Terri

Terri — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:53:36 +0000

Nicole:

I love this salad and it is my youngest son’s favorite. For a little different texture, I’ve also used the “broccoli slaw” that you can get in bags at the market. Delicious!

BTW, those Sweet Potato Buttermilk Rolls are truly amazing. They will be a big hit tomorrow!

By: Nicole

Nicole — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:49:34 +0000

Aunt Lolo: Thanks for the tip on using the stems, I’ll try that next time and I just added a note to the recipe!
Vanessa: I hope you enjoy it!
Susan C: I can’t agree with you guys about the red onion, but I just added a note to the recipe that it can be included. I just can’t stand raw onion
Alicia: Well sounds like I posted it at the perfect time! It was totally spur of the moment!
Jesse: Yes, lots of people love red onion in this salad (not me)! I think you should stay away from the garlic in this one, though! I’m not sure about substituting something else for the mayo. I can’t stand the fat free stuff so I just think of this as a ’special occasion’ salad and make it the super fattening way! Everything in moderation, right? But we’ll see if anyone else has suggestions for you!
Icelandicchef:I think blue cheese would be AMAZING in this salad! I’m trying that next time!
Debbie: I think sunflower seeds would be great in this! I just added a note to the recipe saying that they can be substituted for the cashews. Thanks!
Amy: I know, it’s so good! I just ate some for breakfast (after the pumpkin spice cake).
Robin: You’re right, some people do prefer to blanch the broccoli for this type of salad. I happen to love raw broccoli as long as it’s chopped small and have never noticed any bitterness, but I’ll add a note about blanching for those who might disagree
Leaca:Is your recipe similar to this one? I think it’s a great addition to the Thanksgiving table!
The Secret Ingredient:Debbie mentioned the sunflower seeds too so I’m definitely gonna give that a try sometimes. It is definitely a great year-round salad!
ttfn:There are so many versions of this salad floating around! But of all I’ve tried, this is the one I like the best
Gabi: Thanks so much!

By: Gabi

Gabi — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:30:49 +0000

Nicole!

This is lovely! Fresh!
And I digg your photos!