Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad
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Broccoli and cauliflower salad combines fresh veggies, bacon, sunflower seeds, onion, and a creamy poppyseed dressing for a simple dish that is packed with flavor.
This broccoli and cauliflower salad is sweet, crunchy, and chewy. The crunchy veggies, sweet cranberries, salty bacon, and poppyseed dressing make a salad that everyone will be coming back for seconds. In just 10 minutes you will have the best salad for your next gathering.
This salad is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for all your spring and summer gatherings.
Why You’ll Love This Broccoli Salad Recipe
- This salad is crunchy, sweet, and full of flavor.
- While perfect for summer, this broccoli and cauliflower salad is perfect all year round.
- This broccoli & cauliflower salad is make ahead friendly! The flavors get better the next day as everything melds together.
- You only need 10 minutes to make this salad.
Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad Ingredients
- Cauliflower
- Broccoli
- Bacon
- Dried Cranberries – You can substitute dried cherries or raisins here, if you prefer.
- Poppyseed Dressing – Grab your favorite store bought version or make your own.
- Sunflower Seeds – Slivered almonds also work as a great substitute.
- Red Onion
Essential Items for This Recipe
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Bowl
- Spoon
- Spatula
- Measuring spoons and cups
How to Make Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad
- Chop all the veggies. The broccoli and cauliflower should be in florets. The red onion works best as small dice.
- Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl.
- Add the dressing to the bowl.
- Mix well and refrigerate.
Cauliflower and Broccoli Salad FAQs and Tips
- Is there a homemade dressing option? In place of the poppyseed dressing, you could use mayonnaise. To 1 cup of mayonnaise mix in 2 tablespoons of your choice of vinegar, ⅛ to ¼ cup white sugar, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
- Can I make this recipe in advance? Yes! This salad is a great make ahead option. Reserve 1/4 of the dressing when originally preparing the salad. Then, add the remaining dressing and mix well just before serving.
- How do I store leftovers? Store the prepared salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Should I cook my vegetables? I find this salad works best with raw broccoli and cauliflower. However, you can blanch both for 1-2 minutes and then transfer to an ice bath if you want to lightly “cook” them.
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Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad
This broccoli and cauliflower salad is sweet, crunchy, and chewy. The crunchy veggies, sweet cranberries, salty bacon, and poppyseed dressing make a salad that everyone will be coming back for seconds. In just 10 minutes you will have the best salad for your next gathering.
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Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower (3-4 cups) chopped into florets
- 1 head fresh broccoli (3-4 cups) chopped into florets
- 8-12 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup poppyseed dressing
- ¾ cup sunflower seeds
- ½ red onion diced
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a large bowl. Mix well to combine.1 head cauliflower (3-4 cups), 1 head fresh broccoli (3-4 cups), 8-12 slices bacon, 1 cup dried cranberries, 1 cup poppyseed dressing, ¾ cup sunflower seeds, ½ red onion
- Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving. Stir well just before serving.
Notes
- The salad can be made up to 2 days ahead of time. Reserve 1/4 of dressing before refrigerating. Then, add remaining dressing just before serving.
- For homemade dressing: Combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of your choice of vinegar, ⅛ to ¼ cup white sugar, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 407mg | Potassium: 334mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 232IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 2mg
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