Combine cold crunchy broccoli, almonds, sweet red grapes, salty bacon, and a light half yogurt half mayo dressing and you’ve got this easy 15 minute broccoli salad with grapes that’s the perfect way to enjoy late summer & early fall flavors on these late hot summer nights. This broccoli salad is a great side dish to take to a BBQ or party.
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How will this broccoli salad with grapes make your life easier?
Who doesn’t love a good, tangy broccoli salad? This version utilizes just a few ingredients, a slightly higher (thanks to the Greek yogurt) protein content, and easy to chop (or buy) veggies to save you prep time.
It’s great with my favorite grilled chicken burgers, a yummy lamb steak, or pan seared pork chops. And as always, a simple sauteed or grilled protein for a really simple dinner.
It’s also a great dish to take to a BBQ, because again, who doesn’t love a good broccoli salad? This easy strawberry salad, beet & arugula salad, & shaved zucchini salad are also great dishes to bring to a summer party.
What makes this broccoli salad so good?
- broccoli
- red grapes
- mayonnaise & yogurt
- red onion
- almonds
- red wine vinegar
- sugar & salt
- and of course bacon
How to make this broccoli salad with grapes
First step is to cook the bacon. Place a fry pan over medium heat, once the pan is hot, place a slice of bacon on the pan. Cook on one side until desired crispiness (about 4 minutes), then carefully flip over & cook the 2nd side for 3 or so minutes. Cook longer if you like really crisp bacon.
Expert safety tips when cooking bacon: When turning bacon, grab far edge with tongs, and turn away from you. Cover with a mesh fryer screen. Carefully pour grease into a (not plastic!) bowl, set aside to cook eggs, proteins, veggies (beet greens anyone?) later.
While bacon is cooking add 1/2 tbsp each yogurt and mayonnaise, 1 tsp red wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Mix together until smooth.
Expert tip: mix dressing in serving bowl (that you’ll later add salad ingredients to) to use fewer dishes.
Chop broccoli (1 cup chopped), mince red onion (1 tbsp minced), and slice grapes in half (1/2 cup sliced grapes).
Once bacon is done cooking, chop into bitesized pieces.
Add all vegetables and bacon to mixing bowl. Mix well, then sprinkle chopped/sliced almonds right before serving. And there you have it, the most delish easy broccoli salad with grapes.
You can eat this salad as a light dinner, bring it a potluck or BBQ as a side dish, or serve with grilled chicken. Pair with your favorite crusty bread if you’d like a grain with it.
Expert tips
- Save time by mixing the dressing together in the bowl, then add all the salad ingredients except the almonds all together.
- Chop the broccoli into small bite sized pieces to avoid a huge mouthful of broccoli
- Cut bacon fat off before chopping bacon. No need to bite into 100% bacon fat without any of the delicious salty bacon (unless you love it, then keep it together)
FAQ
Do I cook the broccoli?
The broccoli isn’t cooked in most broccoli salads. When it’s raw it remains crunchy and delicious. Plus the broccoli doesn’t taste bitter with all the other ingredients in it.
If you’re not a raw broccoli fan blanch it quickly by cooking it for 1-1.5 minutes in boiling water THEN immediately transfer to ice water to stop the cooking process.
Why use half mayo half yogurt in the dressing?
The yogurt adds a great tang to this salad. Trust me, it’s so good!
Should I dress the salad?
If you’re planning on eating it all in one sitting, YES. If you’re planning on having leftovers, still yes. I ate leftovers a day+ later and it was still really good. The broccoli doesn’t soften up too much within a couple days so it’ll be really good still.
What can I make using leftover salad ingredients?
- (bacon) Easy No Mayo Potato Salad, Maple Bacon Chicken & Brussels Sprouts
- (broccoli) Beef & Broccoli, Katie’s Famous Chicken & Broccoli
- (red onion) mince extra and throw it in fresh salads
- (grapes) Eat them raw, they’re so good! or slice and add to another salad.
Did you make this broccoli salad with grapes? Leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!
Broccoli Salad with Grapes
Equipment
- fry pan
- tongs
- cutting board
- knife
- medium mixing bowl
- Measuring Spoons
- Measuring Cups
- whisk
Ingredients
- 1 slice bacon
- 1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1/2 tablespoon plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup broccoli
- 1/2 cup red grapes
- 1 tablespoon minced red onion
- 1/2 tablespoon almonds roughly chopped or sliced
Instructions
- Heat frypan over medium heat. Once hot, add slice of bacon, cook until both sides are to desired crispiness. About 5-7 minutes.
- While bacon is cooking, make dressing in mixing bowl. Add 1/2 tbsp each mayonnaise and yogurt, 1 tsp red wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Whisk together. Set aside
- Chop broccoli, slice grapes, and mince onion if not pre chopped. Measure out 1 cup of chopped broccoli, 1/2 cup grapes (sliced in half), and 1 tbsp minced onion. Save remaining ingredients for another recipe.
- Place bacon on cutting board, blot out excess grease with a paper towel if desired, chop into bite sized pieces.
- Add vegetables and bacon to mixing bowl, and mix together with tongs until dressing coats all vegetables. Add 1/2 tbsp chopped almonds prior to serving.
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Notes
- When turning bacon, grab far edge with tongs, and turn away from you. Cover with a mesh fryer screen. Carefully pour grease into a (not plastic!) bowl, set aside to cook eggs, proteins, veggies (beet greens anyone?) later.
- Save time by mixing the dressing together in the bowl, then add all the salad ingredients except the almonds all together.
- Chop the broccoli into small bite sized pieces to avoid a huge mouthful of broccoli
- Cut bacon fat off before chopping bacon. No need to bite into 100% bacon fat without any of the delicious salty bacon (unless you love it, then keep it together)
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Kelly Anthony says
Broccoli salad is one of my favorite things to take to a BBQ. I’ve never used yogurt before so I’m excited to try your take on broccoli salad.
Rebecca says
mine too! and try it, the tanginess it adds is so good!
Alison says
This salad is creamy and delicious! A great way to get the kids to eat their broccoli!
Rebecca says
totally!
Sara Welch says
What a light and flavorful salad! Was looking for something like this to make for lunch; can’t wait to give this a try!
Rebecca says
fantastic! LMK how it turns out
Nicole Johnston says
I am just in Aww over this salad. It looks so delicious and I can’t wait to try this!
Rebecca says
thanks so much! it’s so delish & easy
Andrea says
This broccoli salad sounds delicious. I’ve never had it with grapes or almonds so I’m really excited to try this.
Rebecca says
yes try it, it’s a game changer!