Name: Amish Broccoli Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 cups broccoli; 8 slices bacon; 1.5 cups cheddar cheese; 0.5 red onion; 0.667 cup mayonnaise; 1 tsp lemon juice; 0.25 cup red wine vinegar; 0.125 cup white sugar; 1 tsp seasoning blend

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Amish Broccoli Salad

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In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, pepper and house seasoning blend.

In a large bowl, combine bacon, broccoli cheese and onion.

Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and stir until thoroughly combined.

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Blanch Broccoli for Optimal Texture 🥦
Briefly blanch broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes then ice-bath them immediately to lock in vibrant color and create the perfect crunch while preventing mushiness as the salad sits.
Crisp Bacon at the Last Moment 🥓
Cook bacon until perfectly crispy just before serving or within 30 minutes of assembly, then crumble it fresh—adding it too early causes it to absorb moisture and lose its signature crunch.
Balance Your Dressing Ratios ⚖️
Use a 2:1 ratio of mayonnaise to red wine vinegar as your base, then adjust sugar and lemon juice to taste—this prevents the salad from becoming too acidic or overly heavy.
Make-Ahead Flavor Development 🕐
Prepare the dressing and combine with broccoli, cheese, and red onion 4-8 hours ahead, but add bacon just before serving to maximize flavor infusion while preserving texture contrast.
Cut Broccoli Uniformly Small 🔪
Cut florets into bite-sized pieces (about 1-2 inches) and slice the stems into thin matchsticks—uniform sizing ensures even dressing distribution and consistent eating experience throughout.