Description
This Cauliflower Broccoli Salad is a fresh and vibrant dish that combines crisp cauliflower and broccoli florets with a tangy dressing, crispy bacon, and sweet raisins. A great side dish for picnics, potlucks, or as a healthy snack, this salad is crunchy, creamy, and packed with flavor! It’s perfect for any occasion and can be made ahead of time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cauliflower florets (about 1 small head)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (about 1 small head)
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins (or cranberries)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash and chop the cauliflower and broccoli into bite-sized florets. Remove any tough stems from both.
- Place the florets in a large mixing bowl.
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Prepare the Add-ins:
- Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl.
- Add the raisins (or cranberries) and crumbled bacon (if using) to the bowl. If you want a bit of extra crunch, sprinkle in some sunflower seeds.
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Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), and salt and pepper to taste. The dressing should be smooth and creamy.
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Combine the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the cauliflower and broccoli mixture. Toss everything together until evenly coated. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
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Chill the Salad:
- Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Serve:
- Serve the salad cold, garnished with extra bacon or sunflower seeds if desired.
Notes
- You can make this salad ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or a sour cream alternative.
- If you prefer a sweeter salad, add more honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
- Feel free to add other ingredients like shredded cheese, diced apples, or chopped nuts to customize the salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the salad
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg