Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Broccoli cauliflower salad is chock full of colorful, crunchy goodness.

Broccoli, cauliflower florets, crunchy bacon, and almonds are tossed in a zesty homemade dressing for the perfect side salad.

mixing honey dijon dressing with Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

It’s made with 5 simple ingredients that are quick and easy to prepare.
Mix and match the add-ins or use up leftover veggies from the fridge.
It’s the perfect make-ahead salad.
Add shredded chicken, diced ham, or extra bacon and make an energizing pita sandwich or wrap for a workday lunch!

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Ingredients

Broccoli and Cauliflower: Cut pieces into bite-sized pieces so there’s a little bit of everything in each tasty bite! The vegetables do not need to be cooked for this recipe.

Bacon: Bacon adds a smoky salty flavor. Diced ham can be added in it’s place.

Almonds: Slivered almonds add a nutty crunch. Replace them with other nuts like pecans or even sunflower seeds.

Dressing: The dressing for this salad is a homemade creamy mayo-based honey mustard dressing. You can also use a store-bought dressing, try honey mustard, or coleslaw dressing.

Favorite Variations

Add a little extra crunch by toasting nuts in a dry pan just until lightly fragrant. This makes them extra crunchy (and intensifies their flavor!)
Dress up this dish with raisins or dried cranberries.
For some tang, add a splash of red wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or lemon juice to the dressing.
Shredded or diced cheddar cheese, Colby jack, or mozzarella can be added.

adding dijon dressing to Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Tips for Storing Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Prep the salad dressing and ingredients separately up to a day early and keep chilled. Toss the salad with the dressing just before serving.
Save some crumbled bacon and garnish the top with it before serving.
Broccoli cauliflower salad tastes even better the next day when the flavors have more time to blend! Keep it covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and stir before serving.

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Broccoli cauliflower salad is a colorful, flavor-packed salad recipe that is perfect for the summertime. It’s easy, hearty, and tastes delicious!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

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Broccoli Cauliflower Salad can be stored in a covered container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Stir before serving.

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Appetizer, Salad

Cuisine American

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