Paleo Broccoli Salad

Name: Paleo Broccoli Salad (Whole30, Dairy-free)
Prep time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 heads broccoli, finely chopped; 1 cup slivered almonds; 1 cup sliced red grapes; 1/2 cup chopped red onion ((or more to taste)); 3/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp coconut vinegar; 1 tbsp dijon mustard; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1 tsp dried parsley; 1/2 tsp sea salt

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

This is the best Paleo Broccoli Salad. With a rich and creamy dressing and the perfect amount of crunch this salad is made with broccoli, red onion, almonds and fresh grapes. It’s great for summer picnics, barbecues and makes the perfect side dish. It’s also Whole30 and dairy-free!

Paleo Broccoli Salad Recipe

Why this is the best paleo broccoli salad:

This broccoli salad is my new favourite side dish. It has the best creamy dressing and the combination of broccoli, fresh grapes and crunchy almonds blends perfectly.
It is so easy to make using pantry staples and it also makes great leftovers.
Besides being paleo, this salad is also Whole30 compliant, dairy free and healthy!
It’s perfect for all your spring and summer picnics, barbecues and cookouts!

Key ingredients for making this Paleo Broccoli Salad:

A paleo compliant mayonnaise – I love using my homemade mayonnaise for this recipe
Dijon mustard – to give it just a little tang – this is my favourite kind that is paleo and Whole30 compliant
Coconut vinegar and balsamic vinegar – the combination of these two vinegars makes the dressing taste so good!
Fresh broccoli, red onion, grapes and slivered almonds – these all combine for a salad with the perfect amount of sweetness and crunch!

A bowl of broccoli salad with dressing being poured on it

How to make this Paleo Broccoli Salad:

You will love how easy this recipe is to make!

First, put all the ingredients for the salad in a large bowl.

Mix the dressing in another bowl and then add it to the salad. Stir everything well so that the ingredients are evenly coated.

What to serve with this broccoli salad:

This salad goes really well with burgers and I often pair them with my favourite pork burgers
They make a great side dish for pork chops like my blueberry pork chops
Pair them with ribs! These slow cooker ribs are my favourite
This salad goes so well with my salt and pepper chicken wings!
They also go great with steak, grilled chicken or fish!

Tips for making this broccoli salad:

I think this salad tastes even better if you let it sit in the fridge for 1-2 hours (or overnight) before serving
This salad makes great leftovers and can be kept in the fridge for up to a week after making
For even more crunch add some cooked bacon bits!
Instead of slivered almonds you could use pine nuts, sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds instead
If you prefer to blanche your broccoli when you make broccoli salad feel free to do so!

Frequently asked questions

Do you steam broccoli for broccoli salad?

Nope! For this broccoli salad there is no need to steam the broccoli, I just use raw broccoli but if you prefer you can also blanche it.

How long is broccoli salad good in the fridge?

This broccoli salad keeps well in the fridge for up to a week after making it as long as you store it in an airtight container.

Other delicious recipes you will love:

SINCE YOU MADE IT THIS FAR WE ARE BASICALLY BEST FRIENDS SO BE SURE TO FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM, PINTEREST AND FACEBOOK WHERE I SHARE EVEN MORE RECIPES AND HEALTHY LIVING TIPS! AND DON’T FORGET TO LEAVE THIS RECIPE A STAR REVIEW BEFORE YOU GO!

5 from 7 votes

Paleo Broccoli Salad (Whole30, Dairy-free)

This paleo broccoli salad is just the best! It has a little sweetness from grapes, crunch from slivered almonds and a delicious dressing. It's also Whole30 and dairy-free.

Course Lunch, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword bbq food, picnic food, whole30 broccoli salad

Prep Time 10 minutes

Servings 8

Calories 203 kcal

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

2 heads broccoli, finely chopped
1 cup slivered almonds
1 cup sliced red grapes
1/2 cup chopped red onion (or more to taste)

Dressing Ingredients

3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp coconut vinegar
1 tbsp dijon mustard
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp sea salt

Instructions

In a large bowl combine all the salad ingredients
In a separate bowl or jar, combine the dressing ingredients and stir them well until they are smooth
Add the dressing to the salad and stir everything well until combined
Optional: put the salad in the fridge for 1-2 hours before serving to help the flavours become stronger and the broccoli to get more crisp

Recipe Notes

This salad tastes even better if left in the fridge for 1-2 hours before serving
Store this salad in the fridge for up to a week after you make it

Nutrition Facts

Paleo Broccoli Salad (Whole30, Dairy-free)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 203 Calories from Fat 108

% Daily Value*

Fat 12g18%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Cholesterol 3mg1%

Sodium 375mg16%

Potassium 647mg18%

Carbohydrates 21g7%

Fiber 6g25%

Sugar 8g9%

Protein 8g16%

Vitamin A 974IU19%

Vitamin C 138mg167%

Calcium 115mg12%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Pin this recipe for later:

DISCLAIMERS: The statements made on this website have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration or Health Canada. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. You assume full responsibility for how you use this information. Always consult with your physician or other health professionals before making any diet or lifestyle changes. This post may contain affiliate links whereby if you purchase these products I receive a small percentage of the sale price. This allows me to keep the blog running and I thank you for allowing me to do that!

Paleo Broccoli Salad (Whole30, Dairy-free)

Paleo Broccoli Salad Recipe

Why this is the best paleo broccoli salad: