Broccoli Cauliflower Bacon Salad

Bring bold flavor and irresistible crunch to your table with this Broccoli Cauliflower Bacon Salad—a perfect harmony of fresh veggies, smoky bacon, and tangy dressing. Packed with bite-sized broccoli and cauliflower florets, crispy crumbled bacon, sharp shredded cheddar, and the nutty crunch of sunflower seeds, this salad is a feast for both your taste buds and your senses. The creamy dressing, made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of apple cider vinegar, ties everything together with a slightly sweet and zesty finish. Ready in just 30 minutes and served chilled, it’s an ideal make-ahead dish for barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Satisfyingly savory, vibrant, and full of texture, this easy broccoli cauliflower salad will quickly become a crowd favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 4 cups cauliflower florets
• 8 pieces bacon slices
• 1 small red onion
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool. Once cooled, crumble into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

While the bacon is cooking, wash and chop the broccoli and cauliflower into small, bite-sized florets. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the broccoli and cauliflower.

Step 4

Add the shredded cheddar cheese and sunflower seeds to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the broccoli and cauliflower mixture. Toss thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

Add the crumbled bacon to the salad and gently toss to combine.

Step 8

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1549.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3484.8

Total Fat 298.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.7g
Cholesterol 485.9mg	0%
Sodium 4237.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.3g	0%
Total Sugars 51.8g
Protein 89.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1308.9mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2418.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.6%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 16.6%