Mom's Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
Fresh, crunchy, and packed with flavor, Mom's Broccoli Cauliflower Salad is a crowd-pleasing classic perfect for potlucks, picnics, or family dinners. This vibrant salad combines tender broccoli and cauliflower florets with crispy bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, sweet raisins, and nutty sunflower seeds for a delightful mix of textures and tastes. Tossed in a tangy-sweet dressing made with creamy mayonnaise, a touch of sugar, and a hint of white vinegar, each bite is irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy no-cook recipe is best served chilled, allowing the bold flavors to meld beautifully. Whether you're looking for a simple summer side dish or a versatile addition to your weekly meal prep, this salad is sure to become a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 8 slices bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small red onion
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
Directions
Step 1
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove, drain on paper towels, and crumble once cooled.
Step 2
Wash and cut the broccoli and cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Dice the red onion finely and add it to the bowl with the broccoli and cauliflower.
Step 4
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, raisins, sunflower seeds, and crumbled bacon to the bowl.
Step 5
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, and white vinegar to create the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
Step 7
Toss the salad until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 8
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 9
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1525.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3466.1 |
| Total Fat 267.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 51.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 27.6g | |
| Cholesterol 419.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2612.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 206.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 96.2g | |
| Protein 88.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 10.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1207.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2988.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories