Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Here’s a classic, perfectly balanced Broccoli Cauliflower Salad—crunchy, creamy, a little sweet, and great for make-ahead meals or gatherings.

🥦🥬 Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Serves: 6–8 | Prep time: 15 minutes

Salad Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh broccoli florets (bite-sized)

• 3 cups cauliflower florets (bite-sized)

• ½ small red onion, finely diced

• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

• ⅓ cup cooked bacon, crumbled (optional but classic)

• ⅓ cup sunflower seeds or sliced almonds

• ¼ cup dried cranberries or raisins

Creamy Dressing

• ¾ cup mayonnaise

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 2 tbsp honey or sugar

• Salt & black pepper to taste

🥣 Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cauliflower, onion, cheese, bacon, seeds, and cranberries.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.

3. Pour dressing over salad and toss until evenly coated.

4. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes before serving (best after 1–2 hours).

⭐ Tips for Perfection

• Extra tender crunch: blanch broccoli & cauliflower for 30 seconds, then ice bath

• Lighter version: swap half the mayo for Greek yogurt

• More tang: add 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• Sweeter: increase honey slightly

🔄 Variations

• 🥓 No bacon: add chickpeas or extra seeds

• 🧀 Extra cheesy: use sharp white cheddar or gouda

• 🍎 Fresh twist: add diced apple

• 🌱 Vegan: use vegan mayo + maple syrup