Broccoli Salad with Cashew Nuts & Grapes

Broccoli Salad with Cashew Nuts & Grapes

diane scheppel

diane scheppel

16 Feb 2026

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Cook

10 mins

Serves

8 People

Calories

320 calories

This vibrant broccoli salad combines crisp florets, sweet grapes, and crunchy cashews, all brought together with a tangy mayo dressing. Ideal for a refreshing side dish at summer picnics or casual weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg fresh broccoli
  • 2 cups white grapes
  • 125 g streaky bacon
  • 100 g peri-peri or salted cashews
  • 250 ml mayonnaise
  • 100 ml balsamic vinegar
  • 15 ml soft brown sugar
  • salt and pepper

Method

  1. 1

    Rinse broccoli and chop roughly into smaller pieces.

  2. 2

    Fry bacon until crisp and finely chop.

  3. 3

    Roughly chop cashews.

  4. 4

    Combine mayonnaise, balsamic vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.

  5. 5

    Combine broccoli, grapes, and bacon and mix well with dressing.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle cashews on top.

Notes

This recipe is an old-time favourite at our annual November spit braai with family and friends.

Nutrition per serving

320kcal
Calories

Fat

22g

Carbs

22g

Protein

10g

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Rate this recipe

4.8 · 15 ratings

Comments

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Beatriz Santos16/02/2026

I can't wait to make this broccoli salad again; the combination of flavors is just delightful. It would be perfect to share with friends at our next gathering.

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Ananya Singh16/02/2026

The crispness of the fresh broccoli complements the sweetness of the juicy white grapes, while the smoky, savory notes of the streaky bacon add a delightful richness. Together, they create a vibrant medley of textures and flavors that dance on the palate.

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