Simple Broccoli Cauliflower Salad will elevate a meal for Kings or refresh a family potluck dinner. The perfect salad with only six ingredients, including the creamy, tangy dressing.
BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER SALAD WITH CREAMY DRESSING
My recipe for delicious Broccoli Cauliflower Salad is simple and quick to make, full of fresh broccoli and cauliflower florets, julienne red onions, and tossed in a dressing you want to drink.
Growing up, anytime we had a big gathering, Mother would cook the biggest meal, and the whole family would come.
Recipes like this classic Broccoli Cauliflower Salad totally remind me of those days of the love and care my Mother took in hosting all the family and celebrating us.
Just like Mother, I keep this salad as simple as possible. My family loves this salad year-round, especially around the holidays.
This brings up Thanksgiving around the corner, always a favorite.
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TIPS AND TIDBITS TO MAKING THE BEST BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER SALAD
FLORETS. I prefer to buy the heads of broccoli and cauliflower to ensure they are fresh and crisp. Cut the florets into small pieces with stems removed as much as possible.
Chill or Not to Chill. Before serving, the salad must be chilled for at least an hour to marry the flavors into the vegetables. If serving the next day, I recommend refrigerating without the dressing. Add the dressing an hour before serving and chill in the refrigerator.
Add-ins. The simplicity of the salad is delicious, and add-ins are welcomed. You may want to add more crunch with sunflower seeds, chopped walnuts, or pecans. Dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped apples are great additions to add some sweetness. Another depth of flavor can be added with different cheeses, Colby, white cheddar, or pepperjack.
How To Store Leftovers. Keep leftovers in the refrigerator for up to a week. Remember, the longer the salad is in the fridge, the soggier the vegetables will get.
Chill or Not to Chill. Before serving, the salad must be chilled for at least an hour to marry the flavors into the vegetables. If serving the next day, I recommend refrigerating without the dressing. Add the dressing an hour before serving and chill in the refrigerator.
Add-ins. The simplicity of the salad is delicious, and add-ins are welcomed. You may want to add more crunch with sunflower seeds, chopped walnuts, or pecans. Dried cranberries, raisins, or chopped apples are great additions to add some sweetness. Another depth of flavor can be added with different cheeses, Colby, white cheddar, or pepperjack.
How To Store Leftovers. Keep leftovers in the refrigerator for up to a week. Remember, the longer the salad is in the fridge, the soggier the vegetables will get.
Sugar Substitutes. I have made the salad using Sugar, Truvia, and Swerve sweeteners, and it is truly as delicious using either.
WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER SALAD
Large mixing bowl
Large spoon
Small mixing bowl
Wire whisk
Fresh broccoli
Fresh cauliflower
Red onion
Mayonnaise
Sugar
Apple cider vinegar
Salt and pepper
HOW TO MAKE BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER SALAD
Add broccoli, cauliflower, and red onions to a large bowl. Toss together; set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, using a wire whisk, mix mayonnaise, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until creamy and smooth.
Taste the dressing and add more ingredients to balance the taste if needed.
Pour the dressing over the salad and stir until the salad is well coated with the dressing.
Cover and refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
In a small mixing bowl, using a wire whisk, mix mayonnaise, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until creamy and smooth.
Taste the dressing and add more ingredients to balance the taste if needed.
Pour the dressing over the salad and stir until the salad is well coated with the dressing.
Cover and refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
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