Tangy Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad
Brighten up your table with this irresistible Tangy Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad, a vibrant and crunchy side dish packed with flavor and texture. This quick and easy recipe features crisp broccoli and cauliflower florets, finely sliced red onion, sharp shredded cheddar cheese, and savory crumbled bacon, all tied together with a creamy homemade dressing made from mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey for just the right amount of sweetness. Tossed with sunflower seeds for an extra crunch, this no-cook salad comes together in just 20 minutes and is perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or as a make-ahead dish for busy weeknights. Serve it chilled for the ultimate refreshing bite, and watch how quickly this crowd-pleaser disappears!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Broccoli florets
- 3 cups Cauliflower florets
- 0.5 medium, finely sliced Red onion
- 1 cup, shredded Cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup, crumbled Crisp-cooked bacon
- 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
- 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Wash and dry the broccoli and cauliflower florets. Chop the florets into bite-sized pieces and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
2. Thinly slice half a red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli and cauliflower.
3. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and sunflower seeds to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.
4. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth to make the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the broccoli and cauliflower mixture. Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated.
6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This step is optional but recommended.
7. Before serving, give the salad a quick stir and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.0 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 671 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 173 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 250 mg | 5% | |
*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.
