Sweet and Smoky Broccoli Salad #RetroRecipe #SundaySupper
 |
Food is ever present in our lives. Yes, we need it to survive, but it’s more than that. Food can trigger intricate details in memories. Does the smell of fresh baked cookies remind you of your grandmother’s kitchen? Does a specific chicken dish remind you of a loved filled family celebration? Food memories can take you back in time, so for a little fun the #SundaySupper group is taking on the challenge to share our favorite Retro Recipe.
I already posted how my favorite Impossible Cheeseburger Pie transports me back to my childhood, I needed a new recipe. I decided on a delicious salad that I saw at every family picnic while growing up…
Sweet and Smoky Broccoli Salad.
Ingredients:
4 cups fresh broccoli
1/4 cup small red onion, diced small
6 slices cooked turkey bacon, crumbled
1/4 cup sunflower kernels
1/2 cup grated low fat cheddar cheese
Dressing Ingredients:
1/2 cup mayo
3 T rice wine vinegar, white wine vinegar, or red wine vinegar
3 Splenda packets
salt/pepper to taste
Directions:
1. Combine dressing ingredients in bowl with a wire whisk. Place dressing in fridge to allow flavors to blend.
2. Wash and dry broccoli. Chop broccoli florets and stems into very small pieces.
3. Dice onion into small piece
4. Crumble the bacon
5. Combine broccoli, onion, bacon, and sunflower kernels in large bowl.
6. Mix dressing into salad
7. Gently fold in cheese.
8. Refrigerate salad for a few hours before serving.
I love the sweet and tangy flavors the dressing lends to the crunchy fresh broccoli. Adding the smoky bacon of course takes it to another level. I modified this recipe for my current eating plan of Phase one of the South Beach Diet, but you can certainly use real sugar in the dressing, and regular bacon versus the turkey. I’ll be enjoying this salad for the next day or two. So far I don’t have any volunteers to help me eat it. No other fans of uncooked broccoli in our house.
Food memories are different for everyone. This week, you will find some old school, unchanged recipes, and some new ones with maybe an updated twist or modernized for today. Either way, you are going to see some amazing foods.
Sunday Supper Retro Appetizers:
- Irish Cheddar-Whiskey Fondue by girlichef
- Retro Football Party: Fondue, Deviled Chicken Wings & Lemon Chiffon by Zest Florida Foodie
- She Devils: Beet Pickled Deviled Eggs by Ruffles & Truffles
Sunday Supper Retro Salads:
- Coca-Cola Salad by Magnolia Days
- Salmon Salad | Retro Tuna Salad by Family Foodie
- Ambrosia Salad by Simply Gourmet
- Romaine “Wedge” Salad with Hot Maple Bacon Dressing by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Carrot & Raisin Salad by The Roxx Box
- Sweet & Smoky Broccoli Salad by In The Kitchen with KP
Sunday Supper Retro Breads and Sandwiches:
- Italian Style Bread by The Meltaways
- Creamed Chipped Salmon Jerky on Toast by Pescetarian Journal
- Grown-Up Tuna Melts by Home Cooking Memories
- English Muffin Pizzas by Comfy Cuisine
- Patty Melt, Hand Cut Fries, & a Shake by Mooshu Jenne
- Grown-Up Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup by The Catholic Foodie
- Toast Topper #16: Grandma’s Mock Apricot Jam by Yummy What Smells So Good?
SundaySupper Main Dishes:
- Chicken Pot Pie Topped With Bacon Cheddar Biscuits by Chocolate Moosey
- Tuna Noodle Casserole by Country Girl in the Village
- Nana’s Marinated Beef Roast by Supper for a Steal
- Chorizo Scotch Eggs by The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
- Chicken Maryland by Vintage Kitchen Notes
- Mushroom Stroganoff by Small Wallet Big Appetite
- Dairyfree Toast Hawaii by Galactosemia in PDX
- Porcupine Meatballs by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Chicken Kiev by The Urban Mrs.
- Salmon Quiche with Preserved Lemon by Shockingly Delicious
- Steak Diane by Crispy Bits & Burnt Ends
- Fried Chicken only in the Oven by In the Kitchen with Audrey
- Hambak Steak a.k.a. Salisbury Steak by Kimchi Mom
- Retro-Redo: Homemade TV Dinner by The Little Ferraro Kitchen
- Kicked Up Meatloaf by Curious Cuisiniere
- Shrimp Scampi (a lighter version) by Kudos Kitchen
- Old-Fashioned Pork Chops by My Trial in the Kitchen
- Jägerschnitzel by Sustainable Dad
- Healthier Hamburger-Corn Noodle Casserole by The Weekend Gourmet
- Tuna Noodle Casserole by Cookistry
- Chicken-N-Biscuits Pot Pie Casserole by The Messy Baker Blog
- Souper Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes by Mama.Mommy.Mom
- Meatloaf that will make you swoon and Datz the truth by Midlife Roadtrip
Sunday Supper Retro Sides and Veggies:
- Smokey Braised Red Cabbage by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Classic Corn Casserole by The Foodie Army Wife
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Balsamic by Dinners, Dishes and Desserts
- Classic Green Bean Casserole Redux by The Wimpy Vegetarian
- Mem’s Broccoli Casserole by Momma’s Meals
- Tator Tot Casserole by Neighbor Food Blog
Sunday Supper Retro Desserts and Cocktails:
- Peachy Keen Tutti-Frutti Jello by La Cocina de Leslie
- Old School Boozy Rum Cake by Webicurean
- Individual Baked Alaskas by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Rainbow Jello by Cravings of a Lunatic
- Pineapple Upside Down Cake by Noshing with the Nolands
- Pineapple Bars by Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Creamy Dairy Free Fresh Orange Julius With Coconut Milk by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
- Refrigerator Strawberry Cheesecake by There and Back Again
- Frozen Pineapple Upside-Down Cake by Juanita’s Cocina
- Boston Cream Pie by Gotta Get Baked
- Coca-Cola Cupcakes by Daily Dish Recipes
- Jello Poke Cake by Flour On My Face
- Devil’s Food Cake by Maroc Mama
- Bread Pudding with Pecans by Basic and Delicious
- Victoria Sponge Cake by The Lovely Pantry
- A Chocolate Twist on the Classic Japanese Strawberry Shortcake by Ninja Baking
- Post War Apple Pudding by My Cute Bride
- Spaghetti with Currywurst Sauce by Masala Herb
- Layered Mini Chocolate Banana Cakes by Big Bears Wife
- Raspberry Jam Cakes by Pippis in the Kitchen Again
- Cocktail: Moscow Mule by Crazy Foodie Stunts
Do you have a favorite retro recipe that transports you to the past when you make and serve it? We’d love for you to share it with the #SundaySupper group! Join us on Twitter throughout the day by following the hashtag #SundaySupper.
We’ll all be chatting up a storm during out live chat, Sunday evening at 7:00 pm(Eastern). Just follow the #SundaySupper hashtag there too. Oh, and if you’re on Pinterest, pop on over to see all the gorgeous pictures that accompany our recipes on the #SundaySupper Pinterest board!
Related Posts
Category: Recipe
About the Author (Author Profile)
Happily married with two children, Karen does not hesitate to rebuff her family’s hungry advances at mealtime, while she styles and photographs their dinner to share on Instagram before serving them. In The Kitchen With KP is full of family friendly adventures around Atlanta (and beyond), plus simple recipes everyone can feel comfortable trying. In fact, her whole family participates in the cooking/baking fun on a regular basis.Subscribe
If you enjoyed this article, subscribe to receive more just like it.
Comments (63)
Trackback URL | Comments RSS Feed
Sites That Link to this Post
- Coca-Cola Salad Recipe for Retro #SundaySupper | January 20, 2013
- Hambak Steak a.k.a. Salisbury Steak #SundaySupper | January 20, 2013
- Red Braised Cabbage for #SundaySupper - Cindy's Recipes and Writings | January 20, 2013
- Coca Cola Cupcakes | Retro Recipes | #SundaySupper | The Daily Dish Recipes | January 20, 2013
- Frozen Pineapple Upside-Down Cake ~ Retro Recipes #SundaySupper! | Juanita's Cocina | January 20, 2013
- Romaine “Wedge” Salad with Hot Maple Bacon Dressing for #SundaySupper Retro Recipes — Cupcakes & Kale Chips | January 20, 2013
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts | Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts | Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts | January 20, 2013
- Salmon Salad | January 20, 2013
- Sunday Supper | January 20, 2013
- Retro recipes {Stean Diane} #SundaySupper | Crispy Bits & Burnt Ends | January 20, 2013
- Chorizo Scotch Eggs #SundaySupper - The Girl in the Little Red KitchenThe Girl in the Little Red Kitchen | January 20, 2013
- Classic Green Bean Casserole Redux | The Wimpy Vegetarian | January 20, 2013
- Italian Style Bread for a Retro Recipe #SundaySupper | The Meltaways | January 20, 2013
- Pineapple Upside Down Cake for Bringing Back Retro Recipes #SundaySupper | Noshing With The Nolands | January 20, 2013
- Old-School Boozy Rum Cake #SundaySupper | Webicurean | January 20, 2013
- #SundaySupper: Raspberry Jam Cakes | Pippis in the Kitchen Again | January 20, 2013
- Retro Recipes for #SundaySupper | | January 20, 2013
- Boston Cream Pie for a Retro Rad #SundaySupper | gotta get baked | January 20, 2013
- Jägerschnitzel for #SundaySupper | January 20, 2013
- Grown-Up Tuna Melts for #SundaySupper - Home Cooking Memories | January 20, 2013
- Spaghetti with Currywurst Sauce for #Sundaysupper | Masala Herb | January 21, 2013
- She Devils: Beet Pickled Deviled Eggs | Ruffles & Truffles | January 21, 2013
- A Retro Throwback of Tuna Noodle Casserole #SundaySupper | Country Girl in the Village | January 21, 2013
- Devils Food Cake for a Retro #SundaySupper | MarocMama | January 21, 2013
- Victoria Sponge Cake With Cream Cheese | Lovely Pantry | January 21, 2013
- Chicken Pot Pie Topped With Bacon Cheddar Biscuits | Chocolate Moosey | March 4, 2013
Twitter: VillageGirlBlog
says:
Oh My Goodness! I recently had this at a baby shower and it was sooo good. I had no idea what it was. So excited you shared this! Thank you : )
Shannon @VillageGirlBlog recently posted..A Retro Throwback of Tuna Noodle Casserole for #SundaySupper
YUM! This looks delicious, Karen! I love fresh broccoli in salad.
BusyWorkingMama recently posted..List & Promote Your Give Away – 1/19
What a great salad! It’s so pretty!! This would be perfect in my lunches!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers recently posted..Pineapple Square Bars #SundaySupper
YUM! This is a family favorite! We also bring it to potlucks!
Jen @ Juanita’s Cocina recently posted..Frozen Pineapple Upside-Down Cake ~ Retro Recipes #SundaySupper!
I love broccoli salad. Broccoli and bacon are perfect for each other. Yummy!
Lane @ Supper for a Steal recently posted..Nana’s Marinated Roast Beef | Retro #SundaySupper
Twitter: jo_jo_ba
says:
Don’t think I’ve ever had brocc salad… need to!
Sarah recently posted..Toast Topper #16: Grandma’s Mock Apricot Jam (Retro #SundaySupper)
I loved this salad growing up! It is a good one, but then again, anything with bacon cannot be bad. right? LOL I need to use turkey bacon more . Thanks for sharing your recipe.
Sherron@SimplyGourmet recently posted..265. Ambrosia Salad #SundaySupper #RetrorRecipe
Twitter: SheLikesRuffles
says:
Broccoli salad always seems to show up at my in laws’ house for meals! I have never made it myself, but your version sounds interesting! I like that you used turkey bacon…yum!
Katie recently posted..She Devils: Beet Pickled Deviled Eggs for #SundaySupper
This salad works perfectly well today karen! And I love broccoli in salads. Have a great day!
Paula @ Vintage Kitchen recently posted..Chicken Maryland with Corn Red Pepper Pudding and Fried Bananas #SundaySupper
I am totally making this!!! I love it! Pinned!
The Wimpy Vegetarian recently posted..Classic Green Bean Casserole Redux: #SundaySupper
This is one of my favorite potluck salads…so good!! Love the sweet/tangy/smoky combo.
The Weekend Gourmet recently posted..#SundaySupper Retro Recipes Then and Now…Featuring Lightened Hamburger-Corn Casserole
This salad looks really good. We never had bacon on any type of salad when I was a kids.
Arlene @FlourOnMyFace recently posted..Jello Poke Cake Retro Recipes #SundaySupper
I love this salad. We make it all the time for parties. Yum!
Jennie @themessybakerblog recently posted..Chicken & Biscuits Pot Pie Casserole ~ #SundaySupper
Broccoli in a salad is genius!
DB-The Foodie Stuntman recently posted..#SundaySupper Cocktail: Moscow Mule
Twitter: webicurean
says:
If I had some broccoli on hand, I’d be making this for lunch today–this looks and sounds awesome!
Anne @ Webicurean recently posted..Old-School Boozy Rum Cake #SundaySupper
I love the combo’s in this dish!!! I will be all on this over the summer. Thanks for the share!
Twitter: Cupcakekalechip
says:
I am not a fan of raw broccoli, except in salads like this!
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips recently posted..Romaine “Wedge” Salad with Hot Maple Bacon Dressing for #SundaySupper Retro Recipes
You have lightened up an old time favorite. Nicely done!!
Tara recently posted..Pineapple Upside Down Cake for Bringing Back Retro Recipes #SundaySupper
Mmmmm – this salad looks so delicious! I love all the goodies you have packed in here!
Conni Smith recently posted..Corn Casserole | It’s a Culinary Trip down Memory Lane for #SundaySupper
I remember broccoli salad being at all the potlucks as a kid, and then I avoided it like crazy! Now I would be all over it, and I love the sweet and smokey version!
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and Desserts recently posted..Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Balsamic #SundaySupper
Twitter: HezziD
says:
My mom always made this growing up and I loved it. I haven’t had it in years but I love your sweet and smokey take on it!
Hezzi-D recently posted..Porcupine Meatballs #SundaySupper
Looks so good! I love a good broccoli salad.
Natalie recently posted..Manitoba Harvest Hemp Hearts plus Giveaway.
Love this, especially with the addition of turkey bacon.
Chris Baccus recently posted..Jägerschnitzel for #SundaySupper
Mmmm! Broccoli and bacon
Jenne recently posted..#SundaySupper – Patty Melt, Hand Cut Fries, & a Shake
Twitter: NinjaBaking
says:
Yummy! Thank you for this keeper recipe, Karen!
Broccoli is my favorite, this look so refreshing!
Faye Leong recently posted..Old Fashioned Pork Chops #SundaySupper
I love the idea of a broccoli salad with dinner.
Susan recently posted..Chorizo Scotch Eggs #SundaySupper
Twitter: gottagetbaked
says:
Karen, I LOVE broccoli salad! An old coworker of mine would make it every time we had a potluck and I could never get enough. I like that you lightened it up a bit with turkey bacon. Fabulous retro recipe!
Nancy @ gottagetbaked recently posted..Boston Cream Pie for a Retro Rad #SundaySupper
Yes!! My coworker gave me a bowl of this last week and I was in love. It reminded me of coleslaw. Cant wait to make this now.
Carla recently posted..Chicken Pot Pie Topped With Bacon Cheddar Biscuits for Retro #SundaySupper
Twitter: beatepdx
says:
I will be right over for a plate of this fantastic sounding salad
It sounds and looks great 
Bea recently posted..Dairyfree Toast Hawaii for #SundaySupper
Twitter: HomeCookMemory
says:
This is one of my most favorite salads, but I’ve only had it made from someone else (or at a restaurant). Pinning this so I can keep it handy for making myself!
Brandie (@ Home Cooking Memories) recently posted..Grown-Up Tuna Melts for #SundaySupper
Classic revamped, love it!
Cindys Recipes recently posted..Tropical Shrimp Salad and Coconut Oil Giveaway
Broccoli salad is one of my favorites. Love the turkey bacon and sunflower seeds. I can totally appreciate the healthy recipe.
Sarah recently posted..Retro recipes {Steak Diane} #SundaySupper
I make my Mamaw’s version of this recipe all through the summer…and even for Thanksgiving! Love it!
Linda@There and Back Again recently posted..Refrigerator Strawberry Cheesecake for Retro #SundaySupper
My favorite sandwich shop near my house sells a broccoli salad as a side. I see people buying it all the time. It’s an oldie but a goodie for sure.
Renee recently posted..Walnut Olive Oil Cake
I’ve eaten it three days in a row, and it stayed a good texture too. I will def be making this again as an easy side dish.
Twitter: marocmama
says:
We’ve had a recipe similar to this in our family for as long as I can remember. It’s always been a crowd pleaser!
Amanda @ MarocMama recently posted..Lamb and Vegetable Couscous