My Husband's Broccoli-Nut Salad
Description
Broccoli-nut salad is a Southern potluck staple. Raw broccoli florets are combined with grated carrots, diced red onions, and candied walnuts then tossed with a slightly tangy and sweet dressing. Some folks add bacon bits, others add dried cranberries or raisins, and then there are those that mix in salted peanuts, but we like ours with candied walnuts.
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 2 carrots, peeled then grated
- 1/3 cup finely diced red onion
- 3/4 cup chopped candied walnuts
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons wildflower honey
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar, plus more as desired
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, toss together the broccoli, carrot, onion, and walnuts. Set aside while you prepare the dressing.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, and vinegar. Taste the dressing. If it is a little too sweet for you, add another tablespoon of vinegar. Add the salt, combine, and pour over the vegetables and walnuts.
- Toss the salad until the vegetables are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Before serving, toss the salad once again and serve it chilled.
