Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
This broccoli cauliflower salad is the crispiest and delicious summer salad! Fresh broccoli and cauliflower flowers with bacon, sunflower seeds and sweet craisins in a rich and creamy creamy tangy dressing.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pack bacon, chopped & cooked (8 oz)
- 3 cups raw cauliflower, small florets
- 3 cups raw broccoli, small florets
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup mild cheddar, grated
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/3 cup craisins (dried cranberries)
Dressing-
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
Instructions
- Cook the chopped bacon in a pan until crispy. Set the bacon on a paper towel to cool.
- Cut the broccoli and cauliflower into small florets. Finely chop the onion.
- Add broccoli, cauliflower, onion, cheese, sunflower seeds, cranberries, and bacon to a large salad bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the salad dressing ingredients.
- Add the dressing to the salad bowl, and toss.
- Serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- This broccoli stores well because of the broccoli and cauliflower! Meal prep this salad and enjoy as a quick and easy lunch.
- Store leftover salad in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.