Irene's Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly creamy, Irene's Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad is a crowd-pleasing side dish packed with flavor and crunch. This no-cook recipe combines crisp broccoli and cauliflower florets with savory crumbled bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of zing from finely diced red onion. Tossed in a rich, tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, white vinegar, and a touch of sweetness, this salad strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or weeknight dinners. Serve it chilled for a refreshing, make-ahead option that showcases the vibrant flavors of this vegetable-packed delight. Perfect for sharing and bursting with texture, this dish will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli and cauliflower florets. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add the cooked and crumbled bacon, diced red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl with the broccoli and cauliflower.
Step 3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, granulated sugar, white vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined. This is the dressing for the salad.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the broccoli and cauliflower mixture. Toss everything together gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Step 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend and the salad to chill.
Step 6
Before serving, give the salad a quick toss to redistribute the dressing. Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1652.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4081.7 |
| Total Fat 336.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 89.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 687.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7056.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 135.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 49.3g | |
| Protein 146.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1272.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2976.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories