Costco Broccoli Salad Recipe
This copycat Costco Broccoli Salad recipe is the perfect solution when you’re craving that sweet, creamy, crunchy deli favorite but don’t want to make a special trip to the store.
If you’ve ever grabbed a container from Costco and thought, I wish I could make this at home, you’re going to love how simple it is to recreate that same delicious flavor in your own kitchen.
This copycat recipe has everything that makes the original so irresistible—crisp broccoli, a creamy dressing, and the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and crunchy in every bite.
The best part? It comes together in minutes with simple ingredients and no complicated steps.
It’s the kind of recipe you can whip up for a summer BBQ, potluck, holiday gathering, or even as a quick side dish for a busy weeknight meal.
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Costco Broccoli Salad Ingredients
For the salad:
• 2 heads broccoli, chopped (about 8 cups)
• ⅓ cup red onion, diced
• ⅓ cup shelled sunflower seeds
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• 1 package bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the dressing:
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
How to Make Costco Broccoli Salad
- Finely chop broccoli florets and stems into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl. Shortcut tip: Grab a bag of pre-chopped broccoli florets to save time.
- Add diced onions, sunflower seeds, cranberries, cheddar cheese, and crumbled crispy bacon, then stir to combine.
- Crispy bacon is key. Cook your bacon until it’s very crisp so it stays crunchy after mixing.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayo, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and lemon juice to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and fold everything together until evenly coated.
- For best flavor, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors meld.
Yes! This salad actually tastes better after a few hours in the fridge. Just wait to add the bacon until right before serving to keep it crispy.
You can substitute plain Greek yogurt or a half-and-half mix of yogurt and mayo for a lighter version.
If you’re planning a summer meal or potluck, don’t miss these other delicious recipes that pair perfectly with this salad—there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
- Try this classic macaroni salad for another crowd-pleasing side dish that’s perfect for BBQs and potlucks.
- Cool things down with a batch of creamy cucumber salad, a refreshing and simple option to round out your meal.
- End your meal on a playful note with a no bake dirt cake—easy, nostalgic, and always a hit with kids.
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Costco Broccoli Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 Heads of Broccoli about 8 cups chopped
- ⅓ Cup Diced Red Onion
- ⅓ Cup Shelled Sunflower Seeds
- ½ Cup Dried Cranberries
- 1 package of Bacon Cooked crispy
- ½ Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 Cup Mayonnaise
- ¼ Cup Sugar
- 1 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 Tbsp. Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Finely chop broccoli and place in a large bowl.
- Add in onions, sunflower seeds, cranberries, and cheddar cheese.
- Crumble bacon and add it to the bowl.
- Stir ingredients until everything is well mixed.
- In a medium size bowl combine mayo, sugar, apple cider vinegar and lemon juice.
- Stir until well mixed.
- Pour dressing over broccoli mixture, fold in until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate.
How many calories? I am going to try it with fat free cheese and fat free mayo.
I do not provide nutrition, but you can use a calorie counter to find out pretty easily.