Balsamic Broccoli Slaw Recipe - An Easy, Healthy Version (2024)

Published: Jun 8, 2018 · Modified: Nov 10, 2019 by Sherri · This post may contain affiliate links · 20 Comments

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This Balsamic Broccoli Slaw recipe is packed with fresh, bold flavors for a perfect healthy side dish or meal. It’s a favorite to take to any family gathering or BBQ.

By now you may know that I am all about simple recipes. Plus, it’s a big ole bonus when it’s loaded with amazing flavor too! This Balsamic Broccoli Slaw is one of my favorite little side dishes that is so easy to make for a summer side dish or a healthy, light lunch.

BROCCOLI SLAW

I originally got this recipe from a neighbor years and years ago when she brought it to a cookout we were hosting. I couldn’t get enough of it! The added crunchiness of the ramen noodles and sliced almonds completely sold me.

The only broccoli slaw I have ever had (growing up a Southern girl) was made with mayo and raisins. Not that I didn’t love it, but this version made with balsamic vinegar is just SO good!

This recipe is very quick to make! If you want to make it more of a “meal”, adding thisItalian grilled chicken to it is fabulous, too, by the way!

INGREDIENTS

1 16 oz bag of Broccoli Slaw (the one I buy has broccoli, carrots and red cabbage)

¼ cup of olive oil

¼ cup of balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon of sugar

1 teaspoon of garlic powder (or a little more if you like more garlic)

1 package of Beef Ramen noodles, broken into pieces

½ cup of sliced almonds

¼ – ½ cup of roasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds (I like more of the ½ cup)

Optional: the seasoning pack from the ramen noodles can be added to the dressing mixture if you’d like.

DIRECTIONS

1. Pour the package of broccoli slaw in a large mixing bowl.

2. Mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sugar and garlic powder in a dish.

3. Add the broken up Ramen Noodles, almonds and sunflower or pumpkin seeds.

4. Pour the dressing mixture over and stir until completely mixed.

5. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

ENJOY!!

Try these other wonderful salads too!

Southwest Quinoa Salad

Quinoa Tabouli Salad

Cilantro Lime Shrimp, Avocado, Chickpea Salad

Avocado Chicken Salad

Spinach, Asparagus, Tomato Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Balsamic Broccoli Slaw

You will love the fabulous flavors that this Balsamic Broccoli Slaw brings to your healthy meal. Perfect to take to any family get-together.

5 from 6 votes

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Course: Salad

Ingredients

▢ 16 oz bag of Broccoli Slaw the one I buy has broccoli, carrots and red cabbage
▢ ¼ cup of olive oil
▢ ¼ cup of balsamic vinegar
▢ 1 tablespoon of sugar
▢ 1 teaspoon of garlic powder or a little more if you like more garlic
▢ 3 ounces package of Beef Ramen noodles broken into pieces
▢ ½ cup of sliced almonds
▢ ¼ - ½ cup of roasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds I like more of the ½ cup
▢ Optional: the seasoning pack from the ramen noodles can be added to the dressing mixture if you'd like. I used to do this but don't anymore because of some of the ingredients.

Instructions

Pour the package of broccoli slaw in a large mixing bowl.
Mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sugar and garlic powder in a dish.
Add the broken up Ramen Noodles, almonds and sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
Pour the dressing mixture over and stir until completely mixed.
Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

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Roshni Parate
March 26, 2019 at 3:00 pm
this recipe is amazing! I made it for me and for my friends tonight and we all enjoyed a lot. This is a fantastic tasty.
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Roshni Parate
March 26, 2019 at 2:59 pm

this recipe is amazing! I made it for me and for my friends tonight and we all enjoyed a lot. This is a fantastic way to prepare it. Thank you so much for sharing them!
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Jeannette
July 03, 2018 at 12:07 am

I’ve made the broccoli salad & loved it. I think the combination of ingredients was great
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Laura@Baking in Pyjamas
June 29, 2014 at 9:29 am
This looks delicious, I love slaw but never had one with noodles in. I’d love to try this. This has been featured as one of my favourites over at Sweet and Savoury Sunday. Stop by, grab a button and link up again with us this week. Have a great day!
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Danita @O Taste And See
June 26, 2014 at 8:56 am
Great to see you again at Family Fun Friday. Just dropping by to let you know I’m featuring your Broccoli Slaw and Asparagus Quiche today. Can’t wait to see what yummy dishes you link up this week.
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Miz Helen
June 24, 2014 at 5:49 pm
Your Balsamic Broccoli Slaw looks delicious! Thanks so much for sharing this awesome recipe with Full Plate Thursday and come back soon!
Miz Helen
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Theresa
June 24, 2014 at 1:48 pm
Thanks for sharing at the party. Your recipe looks yummy! Hope to see you again this week!Pinning to my salad board. Theresa @DearCreatives
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Cindys Recipes and Writings
June 23, 2014 at 10:09 am
I love your twist on broccoli slaw! Thanks for sharing at Foodie Friends Friday!
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Stephanie
June 21, 2014 at 4:49 pm
This looks delicious and such a fun twist on regular slaw! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday!
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Joanne/WineLady Cooks
June 21, 2014 at 1:58 pm
This is a delicious and healthy slaw, I’ve made several times, we love it. Thanks so much for sharing on Foodie Friends Friday’s 100th Party Celebration this week. I’ve pinned/shared.
We look forward to seeing you again with another delicious recipe.
A FFF co-host,
Joanne/WineLadyCooks
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Carrie Groneman
June 20, 2014 at 12:18 pm
Oh yummy! Thank you so much for linking up at Wonderful Wed Blog Hop. Carrie, A Mother’s Shadow
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Megan @ Our Pinteresting Family
June 20, 2014 at 7:40 am
This sounds delicious. I’m looking forward to trying this recipe soon.
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Lori Who Needs A Cape?
June 20, 2014 at 7:34 am
Found this on The Weekend Potluck, pretty sure it would be a hit at my house! Pinning 🙂
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Hannah
June 19, 2014 at 7:41 pm
What a great twist on broccoli salad. I’m pinning this for a yummy summer dinner soon!
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Patti
June 18, 2014 at 11:28 am
Pinned under: Eat Your Veggies! Yum. Love the Ramen noodle addition.
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masha
June 18, 2014 at 7:34 am
Mmm, I love broccoli! 🙂
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Lori Hart
June 17, 2014 at 2:16 pm
This slaw looks amazing!! Found your recipe at Tasty Tuesday (New Mrs. Adventures). I am one of the hostesses of Tickle My Tastebuds and would love you to stop by and link up this recipe if you have not yet already. Here is the link
http://bit.ly/1lNY6hK
Lori
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Simple Nature Decor
June 17, 2014 at 8:06 am
Great recipe for a really nice blog! Broccoli is such a healthy food and the salad is something i could eat and not worry about my calories
Thanks
Maria
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Karen
June 17, 2014 at 8:02 am
What a tasty-looking and easy to make recipe. I love the idea of getting a few more veggies into my gang, and this looks like a great way to do it. It will make a great side dish for a hot summer meal. Thanks for sharing.
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Jess
June 16, 2014 at 3:24 pm
This looks delicious! I totally pinned it! Yum!
Thanks for joining the Link Up this week!
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