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Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
5 from 6 votes

Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

This flavorful Broccoli Cauliflower Salad is loaded with cranberries, bacon, sunflower seeds, and cheddar and tossed with a zippy homemade dressing!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 350 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 broccoli large head
  • 1 cauliflower head
  • ½ red onion approx. ½-¾ cup, add to taste, small
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese coarsely grated; sharp
  • ½ cup sunflower seeds roasted, salted
  • 8 lices Bacon (8-12 slices; to taste)
DRESSING
  • 1 cup mayonnaise quality
  • 2 TBSP red wine vinegar
  • 2 TBSP sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ⅛ tsp black pepper
  • ⅛ tsp garlic powder
  • ⅛ tsp dill dried

Instructions

COOK THE BACON
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  1. Cook bacon via your favorite method (pan-frying, baking, or air fryer) until crispy then drain on paper towels before chopping. Add to the salad just before serving for best results. Cook time will vary based on method chosen.
MAKE THE DRESSING
  1. Whisk together dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. NOTE: The dressing for these salads is traditionally sweetened a bit more. Feel free to sweeten to taste or add extra dried cranberries for sweetness. For a tangy broccoli salad you can replace 1/4 cup of the mayo with sour cream. My biggest tip would be to use a quality mayo like Duke's, Hellman's, or even homemade if preferred.
PREP THE SALAD
  1. Trim the broccoli and cauliflower and chop into small bite-sized pieces. Peel and finely dice onion.
  2. Add vegetables to a large bowl along with dried cranberries and coarsely grated cheddar cheese.
  3. Add *HALF* the dressing to the bowl and mix well.
CHILL + SERVE
  1. Chill salad for 30-60 minutes to amplify flavors. Place remaining dressing in fridge as well.
  2. After chilling, give the salad a taste and then add desired amount of additional dressing, to taste. Mix well.
  3. Top with sunflower seeds and crumbled bacon and mix to coat.
  4. Feel free to add any extra sunflower seeds, cranberries, red onion, and grated cheddar desired. Let your taste buds be your guide and feel free to amp up seasoning to taste too. Extra salt, pepper, dill and/or garlic powder may be added to taste.

Notes

  • Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container the fridge for 1-3 days.
  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated for salad with dressing using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 350kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 31g (48%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 14g (82%) Monounsaturated Fat 8g (40%) Trans Fat 0.1g (5%) Cholesterol 32mg (11%) Sodium 465mg (19%) Potassium 329mg (7%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 363IU (7%) Vitamin C 52mg (58%) Calcium 117mg (12%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 350

% Daily Value*

Calories 350kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 31g 48%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14g 82%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 32mg 11%
Sodium 465mg 19%
Potassium 329mg 7%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 363IU 7%
Vitamin C 52mg 58%
Calcium 117mg 12%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.