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Easy Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Bacon


  • Author: Recipe Author
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This crispy broccoli cauliflower salad combines fresh vegetables with savory bacon and tangy mayo dressing. Ready in 15 minutes with no cooking required.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 3 small heads broccoli, cut into florets (about 4 cups)
  • 12 slices bacon, diced and cooked until crispy
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup sunflower seeds
  • ½ small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise (light mayo works too)
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Cut cauliflower and broccoli into uniform, bite-sized florets. Keep pieces similar in size for even coating and easy eating.
  2. Combine cauliflower, broccoli, cooked bacon pieces, shredded cheddar, sunflower seeds, and diced red onion in your large bowl.
  3. Whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
  4. Pour dressing over vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly, ensuring every piece gets coated with the creamy dressing.

Notes

  • Cut florets smaller than you think – they’re easier to eat and absorb dressing better
  • Cook bacon until extra crispy as it will soften slightly when mixed with dressing
  • Let salad rest for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to develop
  • Save time by using pre-cooked bacon or bacon bits from the store
  • Add dressing gradually – you might not need it all depending on vegetable size
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 285
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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