This broccoli and cauliflower salad is a tasty mix of flavors and textures. It's a straightforward and delicious dish prepared with veggies, smoky bacon, rich cheddar, nuts, and a creamy dressing.
Servings : 6servings
Prep Time 20 minutesmins
Cook Time 15 minutesmins
Total Time 35 minutesmins
Ingredients
For the salad
10stripsthick-cut bacon
1headcauliflower,cut into small florets
1headbroccoli,cut into small florets
¼mediumyellow onion,very thinly sliced
1cupshredded sharp cheddar cheese
¼cuppumpkin seeds
¼cupshelled sunflower seeds
For the dressing
½cupmayonnaise
1teaspoonapple cider vinegar
1tablespoonhoney
2tablespoonDijon mustard
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Prep. Preheat the oven to 450˚F and set a wire rack over a baking tray lined with aluminum foil. Line a large plate with a paper towel and set aside.
Cook the bacon. Arrange the bacon on the wire rack in a single layer. Bake for 15 minutes (check the bacon at the 10-minute mark, as cooking times can vary depending on the thickness of the bacon). When done, transfer the bacon to the paper towel-lined plate to absorb the grease. Let it cool while you make the rest of the salad.
Make the salad. In a large mixing bowl, toss together the cauliflower florets, broccoli florets, sliced onion, cheddar, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds.
Make the dressing. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon, salt, and ground black pepper.
Dress the salad. Add the dressing to the salad and toss to coat.
Add the bacon. Chop the bacon and fold it into the salad. Serve immediately.
Vegetables: The cauliflower and broccoli florets should be cut small or bite-sized, and the onion should be sliced as thin as possible. Also, use broccoli and cauliflower florets that are fresh and free from discoloration or soft spots.
Florets: If you have already cut up cauliflower and broccoli florets, you will need roughly 8 cups of florets for this salad.
Bacon Prep: For crispy bacon without excess grease, drain well on paper towels before adding to the salad.
Toss Well: Ensure the dressing coats every part of the broccoli and cauliflower, so toss thoroughly.
Prep in Advance: Simplify serving this salad by prepping the bacon, veggies, and dressing a day or two ahead. Store in separate containers in the fridge and combine right before you are ready to serve the salad.
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.