Yes. You can omit the bacon and add walnuts, pecans or sunflower seeds for crunch. Or add smoked almonds for a savory smoked flavor.<\/p>" } } , { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's the best way to cut broccoli for a salad?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "
Following our step-by-step guide<\/a>, cut off the stalk of the broccoli and trim any leaves. Cut the crown into individual florets, then cut the florets in half. If the florets are large, cut them into quarters for bite-sized pieces.<\/p>"
}
}
,
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What else would go well in Loaded Broccoli Salad?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " You can get creative with this salad by swapping out ingredients. Consider adding bite-sized pieces of chicken or pasta, diced apple or pear, almonds, dried cranberries or raisins, shredded carrots or parsnips, chopped onion, a sprinkle of sunflower or pumpkin seeds or toasted nuts.<\/p>"
}
}
,
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "How should I store leftovers?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " Refrigerate the salad in an airtight container for up to 2 days. We think it's best served chilled, but that's a preference. You can let it come to room temperature by taking it out of the fridge about 15 minutes before serving.<\/p>"
}
}
,
{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What should I serve with Loaded Broccoli Salad?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": " This is a crowd-pleasing salad to serve with grilled foods, but it's also perfect for pairing with our Slow-Cooker Honey-Orange Chicken Drumsticks<\/a>, Pulled Pork with Carmelized Onions<\/a>, Easy Meatloaf<\/a>, Panko- & Parmesan-Crusted Baked Scallops<\/a> or Air-Fryer Fish Cakes<\/a>.<\/p>"
}
}
]
} ] }
]