Broccoli cauliflower salad is chock full of colorful, crunchy goodness.
Broccoli, cauliflower florets, crunchy bacon, and almonds are tossed in a zesty homemade dressing for the perfect side salad.
- It’s made with 5 simple ingredients that are quick and easy to prepare.
- Mix and match the add-ins or use up leftover veggies from the fridge.
- It’s the perfect make-ahead salad.
- Add shredded chicken, diced ham, or extra bacon and make an energizing pita sandwich or wrap for a workday lunch!
Ingredients
Broccoli and Cauliflower: Cut pieces into bite-sized pieces so there’s a little bit of everything in each tasty bite! The vegetables do not need to be cooked for this recipe.
Bacon: Bacon adds a smoky salty flavor. Diced ham can be added in it’s place.
Almonds: Slivered almonds add a nutty crunch. Replace them with other nuts like pecans or even sunflower seeds.
Dressing: The dressing for this salad is a homemade creamy mayo-based honey mustard dressing. You can also use a store-bought dressing, try honey mustard, or coleslaw dressing.
Favorite Variations
- Add a little extra crunch by toasting nuts in a dry pan just until lightly fragrant. This makes them extra crunchy (and intensifies their flavor!)
- Dress up this dish with raisins or dried cranberries.
- For some tang, add a splash of red wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or lemon juice to the dressing.
- Shredded or diced cheddar cheese, Colby jack, or mozzarella can be added.
Tips for Storing Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
- Prep the salad dressing and ingredients separately up to a day early and keep chilled. Toss the salad with the dressing just before serving.
- Save some crumbled bacon and garnish the top with it before serving.
- Broccoli cauliflower salad tastes even better the next day when the flavors have more time to blend! Keep it covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and stir before serving.
Picnic-Perfect Side Dishes
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Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
Broccoli cauliflower salad is a colorful, flavor-packed salad recipe that is perfect for the summertime. It’s easy, hearty, and tastes delicious!
Broccoli Cauliflower Salad can be stored in a covered container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Stir before serving.
Calories: 233 | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 237mg | Potassium: 394mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 67.2mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Appetizer, Salad
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