If you’re looking for a ridiculously easy side dish for holiday parties, backyard BBQ’s or just for your own family at home, you must give this yummy Broccoli Slaw a try!
Even if you don’t like coleslaw!
I’ve never been a huge fan of coleslaw — even the really good homemade stuff. However, when it comes to Broccoli Slaw, I’ll almost always go back up for 2nds or even 3rds.
I LOVE this easy side dish!
BrocoSlaw is such a simple side dish to make, and it’s versatile enough to work with backyard BBQ’s, a simple sandwich buffet, or even a ham dinner.
Delicious Broccoli Slaw
I've never been a huge fan of coleslaw -- however, when it comes to Broccoli Slaw, I'll almost always go back up for 2nds or even 3rds. I love this easy side dish!
Broccoli Slaw is versatile enough to work with backyard BBQ's, a simple sandwich buffet, or even a big holiday ham dinner -- and today, I'm sharing my super simple recipe for this yummy side dish!
Ingredients
- 2 packages (12 oz.) Broccoli Slaw mix (it's by the lettuce in most grocery stores)
- 1 head broccoli; washed and chopped into small bite-size pieces
- 1 bottle (16 oz.) Coleslaw dressing -- or make your own
- 1/2 c. craisins, raisins, or dried cherries
- 1/2 c. bacon bits or chopped bacon
- 1/2 c. nuts (I like sliced almonds or candied peanuts)
- 1/2 c. sunflower seeds
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl (reserving a little of the dressing for later if necessary).
- Cover and let sit for a few hours (see notes below)
- Stir well before serving and add more dressing if needed.
Notes
This dish honestly tastes better if it's made in advance. I usually make it in the morning, or even the day before!
Nutrition Information
Yield
12Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 177Total Fat 11gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 5mgSodium 521mgCarbohydrates 17gFiber 2gSugar 11gProtein 5g
Nutritional information is approximate and does not account for additional ingredients or added toppings.
See, I told you it was an easy side dish!
I made this as an easy side dish for Nora’s birthday party, and several people asked me for the recipe, so I know I’m not the only one who loves it.
Not only is it really quick to make and SO delicious, but it’s also easily customizable for your own tastes.
Add in the fact that it can be made several hours ahead of time so there’s no last-minute prep work, and it’s basically the perfect easy side dish to bring along for holiday parties or other functions.
What are your favorite make-ahead easy side dishes?
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Mary says
Re: Honey Roasted Peanuts–do they get soggy when you make the salad ahead? Do you ever wait and add them just before serving? Just wondering?
Sara says
Yikes. I hope this will hold for 20 hours. I just made it and will serve it tomorrow around 6pm. Will it be really soggy?
Amy says
This looks great!! So easy too. When you add in a dried fruit, do you ever add in the bacon as well? Just wondering how they’d pair together….or what do you think are the most popular/tastiest add ins of the optional ones you listed?
Andrea says
Good question Amy — and yes, I usually add ALL the optional mixins in each batch. I love the sweet and salty together!
Cammy@TippyToeDiet says
I make my broccoli slaw with pineapples and raisins. I can’t get enough of it!
Leigh says
I love this made as a ceaser salad.
Katy says
This is one of our favorite as well. I make my own dressing with Miracle Whip, sugar and vinegar. We also use broccoli slaw in stir-fry, and we often finely chop it and add to veggie pizza (the cold, appetizer kind).
Michaela says
Thank you! I had this at a dinner a few months ago and loved it, but I thought it would be harder to make so I didn’t ask for the recipe, now I see it’s actually very simple!