Cauliflower Broccoli Salad
Brighten up your table with this irresistible Cauliflower Broccoli Salad, a crunchy, creamy, and flavor-packed side dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious! This vibrant salad combines tender bite-sized florets of cauliflower and broccoli with crispy bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, and a zesty homemade dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and a touch of apple cider vinegar. The addition of red onions adds a sharp, tangy bite, while a dash of sugar balances the flavors beautifully. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or weeknight dinners, this salad is a versatile crowd-pleaser that can be prepped in just 20 minutes. Serve it chilled to let the bold, savory flavors come together—don’t forget to top it with extra bacon and sunflower seeds for an irresistible crunch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cauliflower
- 4 cups broccoli
- 0.5 cups red onion
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cups sunflower seeds
- 0.75 cups mayonnaise
- 0.5 cups sour cream
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Wash and chop the cauliflower and broccoli into small, bite-sized florets.
Finely dice the red onion and set it aside.
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on a paper towel and crumble into small pieces once cooled.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower, broccoli, red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and sunflower seeds.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-combined.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Gently fold in the crumbled bacon, reserving a small amount for garnish if desired.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, garnish with reserved bacon crumbles and additional sunflower seeds if desired. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.5 g | 315% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.9 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 26.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 403 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 5130 mg | 223% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.5 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.0 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.4 g | ||
| Protein | 92.1 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1478 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 4868 mg | 104% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
