Delicious Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Bacon to Impress Friends

This Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Bacon is a vibrant, gluten-friendly dish that's quick to prepare and perfect for gatherings.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 55

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

1 head Cauliflower Chopped (about 3-4 cups)
1 head Broccoli Chopped (about 3-4 cups)
8-12 slices Bacon Chopped into small pieces; precooked can be used
1 cup Dried Cranberries/Raisins May substitute with other dried fruits
3/4 cup Sunflower Seeds Salted; may swap for nuts like almonds or pecans
1/2 cup Red Onion Finely diced

For the Dressing

1 cup Poppyseed Dressing Store-bought or homemade

Equipment

Skillet
Mixing bowl
Slotted spoon
Plastic wrap

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Wash and chop cauliflower and broccoli into bite-sized florets. Combine in a large mixing bowl.
Finely dice red onion and add to the bowl with the broccoli and cauliflower. Toss in cranberries/raisins and sunflower seeds.
Crumble or chop the cooled bacon and add it to the vegetable mixture. Toss to distribute evenly.
Pour poppyseed dressing over the salad and gently toss until coated.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Toss before serving and enjoy chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider ingredient substitutions like turkey bacon or plant-based options for a lighter dish. Avoid adding dressing until just before serving for optimal crunch.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!