Description

This Cauliflower Broccoli Salad is a vibrant, crunchy, and creamy side dish combining fresh cauliflower, broccoli, sharp cheddar, crispy bacon, and sunflower seeds, all tossed in a tangy honey-apple cider vinegar mayonnaise dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a nutritious addition to any meal, this no-cook salad is easy to prepare and can be made ahead to let flavors meld beautifully.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Add-ins

2 cups cauliflower florets, chopped small
2 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
1/3 cup sunflower seeds or chopped almonds

Dressing

3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Prepare the Vegetables and Add-ins: Chop the cauliflower and broccoli into small florets, finely dice the red onion, shred the cheddar cheese, cook and crumble the bacon, and measure out the sunflower seeds or chopped almonds. Place all these ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the mixture of vegetables, cheese, bacon, and seeds in the large bowl. Toss everything thoroughly until all pieces are evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, then refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill before serving.

Notes

This salad is great made ahead and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days without losing freshness.
For a lighter, healthier version, substitute plain Greek yogurt for some or all of the mayonnaise.
Add diced apples or raisins to introduce a sweet contrast to the savory elements.
Sunflower seeds can be swapped for chopped almonds or walnuts depending on preference or nut allergies.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 280
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 360mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 25mg