Description
This Broccoli Cauliflower Salad is a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, cheese, bacon, and a creamy dressing. It’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad:
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets (chopped small)
- 2 cups fresh cauliflower florets (chopped small)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/3 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds or chopped almonds (optional)
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cauliflower, cheddar cheese, red onion, bacon, and sunflower seeds or almonds if using.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Combine and Chill: Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
Notes
- This salad can be made up to a day in advance.
- For a lighter version, use all Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- Add dried cranberries for a hint of sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
