Marinated Broccoli Salad Recipe

Name: Marinated Broccoli Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 6 cups broccoli florets; 2 tablespoons honey; 3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 6 slices bacon, cooked, crumbled; 1/2 small red onion, chopped; 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted; 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Servings: persons

1
Prepare a large pot of boiling salted water and a large bowl of ice water.
2
Blanch the broccoli in the boiling water until tender-crisp and bright green, about 1 minute.
3
Drop the broccoli immediately into the ice water to stop the cooking.
4
Drain, and dry well.
5
Whisk together the honey, vinegar, red-pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
6
Slowly add the olive oil, whisking to emulsify.
7
Add the broccoli, bacon, red onion, almonds, and cranberries, and toss well to combine.
8
Cover with plastic wrap and let the salad marinate and chill for 2 hours before serving.

674

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 6 cups broccoli florets, 2 tablespoons honey, 3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Marinated Broccoli Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Marinated Broccoli Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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