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Monday, October 2, 2023

Broccoli Salad, with a Curry Dressing.

Do you love curry? Are you looking for a new recipe to introduce your family to the delicious flavor that curry can bring to food? Then this Broccoli Salad with a Curry Dressing is just the recipe to try! Not too hot with spice, and with all flavors being presented, definitely not too boring!


Curry is enjoyed all over the world, but it was a new flavor for me... 

We have been enjoying our ongoing explorations with curry, with great success!  Curry is one of those flavors that you either love or possibly not at all. When I think back to my childhood home, I am pretty sure that little can of curry powder in my mom's kitchen cabinet was several years old! Curry just wasn't a common ingredient in my mom's recipes or the dishes she cooked regularly. And with all honesty, I think the level of curry that we enjoy in this house, would be considered very mild by true curry lovers! But this Broccoli Salad with a Curry Dressing really hits the spot! 


The subtle flavor of this dressing made me a curry spice lover!

The curry in the dressing brings all of the different flavors together. It goes beautifully with the sweetness of the dried cranberries, the crunch of the broccoli, and the salty edge in the bacon. With all those flavors and textures blending together to make one delicious and enjoyable salad. 

I recommend that you make this salad in the morning or the night before, offering time for the flavors to mingle with one another. Then right before serving, sprinkle the peanuts or cashews over the top. 


Don't be afraid to serve it with style!

Recently I made this delicious salad for my clients at work, using cashews and garnishing with Nasturtium blossoms from their greenhouse. I couldn't help but notice, just how beautiful this salad is. Making it perfect to share at a potluck or family gathering. So the next time you are at the market, grab a couple crowns of broccoli and enjoy this delicious Broccoli Salad with a Curry Dressing...you won't be sorry.

Ingredients needed for this recipe:
  • fresh broccoli
  • bacon
  • dried cranberries
  • peanuts or cashews
  • mayonnaise
  • apple cider vinegar
  • sugar
  • curry powder
You will also need:
  • cutting board
  • kitchen knife
  • frying pan
  • paper or cotton toweling
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • small mixing bowl 
  • large mixing bowl
  • covered container
Now we are ready to begin!


Broccoli Salad, dressed with Curry

Broccoli Salad with a Curry Dressing
adapted from:  (not so) urban Hennery
UPDATED: 10.03.2023

2 crowns of broccoli
4 small green onions - slice lengthwise, then crossways 
4 slices bacon
1/2 c dried cranberries

3/4 c mayonnaise
3 T apple cider vinegar
3 T sugar
2 t Curry Powder (curry lovers feel free to use 1 -2 T if you wish)

1/2 c salted peanuts or cashews

Using the cutting board and the kitchen knife, dice the bacon into 1/4 inch pieces, fry until golden brown, drain well. Set aside to cool.

Rinse the broccoli, then cut into small pieces. Blot with paper or cotton towels to dry the broccoli pieces. 

Cut the green onion, and add to the broccoli along with the cranberries and the bacon. 


Apple cider vinegar goes into the curry dressing for Broccoli Salad with Curry Dressing.

In the small mixing bowl, combine the dressing ingredients (mayonnaise through curry powder) until smooth. 

Pour over broccoli mixture and mix well.



When mixed together, the salad will appear dry, but will be fine after the standing time. Cover, refrigerate for at least 4 hours.


Easy to make ahead, Broccoli Salad with a Curry Dressing. .

Then when ready to serve, stir well and top with the peanuts or cashews.


Storage options for Broccoli Salad with a Curry Dressing. This salad will keep three to five days, covered in the refrigerator. I do not recommend freezing this salad.

UPDATE: For your convenience, a "copy and paste" version of Broccoli Salad with a Curry Dressing has been included below. 


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Printable "copy and paste" version:


Broccoli Salad with a Curry Dressing
adapted from:  (not so) urban Hennery
UPDATED: 10.03.2023

2 crowns of broccoli
4 small green onions - slice lengthwise, then crossways 
4 slices bacon
1/2 c dried cranberries

3/4 c mayonnaise
3 T apple cider vinegar
3 T sugar
2 t Curry Powder (curry lovers feel free to use 1 -2 T if you wish)

1/2 c salted peanuts or cashews

Using the cutting board and the kitchen knife, dice the bacon into 1/4 inch pieces, fry until golden brown, drain well. Set aside to cool.

Rinse the broccoli, then cut into small pieces. Blot with paper or cotton towels to dry the broccoli pieces. 

Cut the green onion, and add to the broccoli along with the cranberries and the bacon. 

In the small mixing bowl, combine the dressing ingredients (mayonnaise through curry powder) until smooth. 

Pour over broccoli mixture and mix well.

When mixed together, the salad will appear dry, but will be fine after the standing time. Cover, refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Then when ready to serve, stir well and top with the peanuts or cashews.


Storage options for Broccoli Salad with a Curry Dressing. This salad will keep three to five days, covered in the refrigerator. I do not recommend freezing this salad.

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  1. I love the idea of adding some curry! Broccoli Salad is a fav around here in the summer!

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    1. It really works with the flavor of the fresh broccoli, I hope you give it a try!

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  2. Love the flavors of the salad, yummy!

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    1. Thank you! Because the salad marinates for a while before serving, it is just the right crunch too! Thank you for visiting, I appreciate it!

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  3. Oh goodness. What a great idea. That would totally elevate broccoli to a whole new thing.

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    1. Yes, and you may choose between cashews or peanuts for the accent garnish, both are great! Thanks for stopping by, I appreciate it!

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  4. This looks so good! Thank you for sharing!

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  5. I saw the bottle of apple cider vinegar in one photo, I just used some in my cole slaw. That’s a great salad you made and I am eat marking that one for future camping trips.

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    1. It would be a great take along salad, it keeps well for several days. Thanks for visiting!

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  6. I made a broccoli salad this week as well, your looks terrific.

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    1. I think I love non-lettuce salads more than traditional tossed greens! Plus it is so easy to make sure you get your veggies! Thanks for stopping by, I appreciate it.

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  7. This is a great way to make eating broccoli more appetizing. I'm not a fan of broccoli, but I love cranberries and vinegar. I'll use this recipe to get more green veggies in my diet. Thanks!

    Ang | https://loseweightwithang.com

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    1. I hope you enjoy it, all the different flavor elements come together nicely.

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  8. I always think broccoli can be a bit boring, but this dressing would certainly brighten it up!

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    1. I think you will like it, not to flavorful and the broccoli pairs nicely with the curry. Thanks for stopping by.

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  9. Thanks for sharing at the What's for Dinner party!! Hope your week is amazing!

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  10. We will really enjoy this awesome recipe. Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday,526. Have a great week and come back soon!
    Miz Helen

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  11. Love salads, will have them daily
    I visited you via Crazylittlelovebirds Link Party #8

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  12. This salad sounds wonderful. Thank you for sharing it at the Crazy Little Love Birds link party #8

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  13. Thanks for sharing at the What's for Dinner party!

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    1. Helen, thank you so much for running What's for Dinner Sunday, I appreciate it! What a great link-up to share with, have a great week ahead.

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  14. This sounds delicious. I'm always looking for salads that are a little different.

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    1. I'm with you, I found we didn't eat "salad" anymore because it was always the same bowl of tossed greens.

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