Broccoli Madness Salad Recipes

SOUPLANTATION'S JOAN'S BROCCOLI MADNESS SALAD (SWEET TOMATOES)

Steps:

• Mix the broccoli, bacon, cashews, raisins and onions in a large bowl. In a second bowl, beat dressing ingredients together gently until smooth.
• About 10 minutes before serving, toss the salad with the dressing to allow flavors to meld.
• Serve on chilled salad dishes.

CRACKED FARRO AND BROCCOLI SALAD

Steps:

• Pulse farro in a food processor until about half of the grains are cracked, about 1 minute. Cook farro in a medium pot of boiling salted water until al dente, 10-15 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Spread out on a plate and chill.
• Meanwhile, blend egg yolk, anchovies, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, mustard, and 1 garlic clove in a blender to combine. With motor running, gradually stream in vegetable oil and 4 Tbsp. olive oil and blend until dressing is emulsified and creamy, then add oregano. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
• Toss broccoli and remaining 2 Tbsp. olive oil in a large bowl. Finely grate remaining garlic clove; toss with broccoli. Let sit 15 minutes to let broccoli soften. Add onion, cucumber, chiles, sun-dried tomatoes, and cooled farro. Drizzle with 1/4 cup dressing and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper and add more dressing, if desired. Add mint and toss again.
• Serve salad topped with radishes and Pecorino.
• Do Ahead
• Dressing can be made 1 day ahead; cover and chill. Salad (without mint, radishes, and Pecorino) can be made 1 hour ahead; cover and chill.

SWEET TOMATOES JOAN'S BROCCOLI MADNESS SALAD

Steps:

• Place mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, vegetable oil, and sugar in a large bowl.
• Beat with a whisk until the sugar has dissolved.
• Add broccoli, cashews, raisins, bacon bits, and red onion.
• Fold in the ingredients until evenly coated with the salad dressing.
• Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

BROCCOLI MADNESS SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Mix dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside while you do the remaining prep. Cook 4-6 pieces of bacon till crisp, drain on paper towels then crumble. Wash, and dry a LG head of broccoli. Cut it into small bite size florets and place in a large bowl. Dice the red onion and add to the broccoli.
• 2. Add cashews, bacon and raisins to the broccoli. Add dressing and stir to combine. Chill and serve.

SOUPLANTATION'S JOAN'S BROCCOLI MADNESS SALAD

Steps:

• Mix the broccoli, bacon, cashews, raisins and onions in a large bowl. In a second bowl, beat dressing ingredients together gently until smooth. About 10 minutes before serving, toss the salad with the dressing to allow flavors to meld. Serve on chilled salad dishes.