Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad Recipe

This Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad Recipe is one that’s so easy to prepare but tastes flavorful, refreshing and satisfying. One noteworthy tip is to soak the broccoli in freshly-squeezed lemon juice for extra flavor and crispness. It will also keep the broccoli from losing that bright green fresh color. Bacon and freshly grated cheese give the additional boost in taste that kids love.

During these busy school year days, it’s easy to skip the vegetables and grab food that’s quick, or sugary, to give us the boost we need. Yet, we should remember that regular healthy doses of nutrition are vital to keeping us strong and able to keep going. Oh, broccoli! Kids either love it or hate it, but the little unsung fact is: they need it. I can see why these “mini-trees” are not all that attractive to kids.

However, it helps prevent illnesses that we don’t want to slow us down. I found that by making it a regular appearance on the dinner table, there is a little option of what to fill their tummy with that evening. During weekdays (loaded with homework), there is also little time to debate it. Therefore, before too long, and acquired taste develops and kids start to enjoy it.

The salad goes really well with many main courses but especially pasta courses, like the Easy Cheesy Marinara Pasta. Also, it can be chopped and prepped ahead of time, then just add the dressing right before serving. It’s also nice that the leftovers do not water. Refrigerate it and it can be used the next day for the lunch box. Health benefits and taste go together nicely!

Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad Ingredients:

• Large head of broccoli
• Large head of cauliflower
• Broiled bacon (see How to Make Perfect, Quick and Easy Oven Broiled Bacon post)
• Meyers sweet lemon (or use 1 small regular lemon)

• Cheddar cheese (grated)
• Mayonnaise (I used Homemade Mayonnaise)
• Greek yogurt plain
• Salt and pepper to taste

Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad Instructions:

Prepare the bacon and set aside to cool. Wash all vegetables and sweet Meyer’s lemon. Cut broccoli florets into bite-size pieces. Squeeze entire sweet lemon juice over the broccoli florets (see instructions HERE), and set aside to let it absorb.

In the meanwhile, cut cauliflower in the same way as broccoli and place into a different (large salad) bowl. Cube bacon into tiny pieces and add to cauliflower. Grate and add cheddar cheese, then lemon-soaked broccoli.

Don’t dump it all in. Rather, transfer it over with handfuls, letting the excess juice drain. Discard remaining juice, do not add to the salad or it will turn out too sour. Add and mix in mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Enjoy!

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Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad Recipe

Prep Time

20 mins

Total Time

20 mins

 

This salad is one that's so easy to prepare but tastes flavorful, refreshing and satisfying. One contributing tip is to soak the broccoli in freshly-squeezed lemon juice for extra flavor and crispness. It will also keep broccoli from losing that fresh bright green color. Bacon and freshly grated cheese give the additional boost in taste that kids love.

Keyword: Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad, easy salad recipe, family favorite recipe, kid approved recipe

Servings: 12

Author: Valya of Valya’s Taste of Home

Ingredients

Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad Ingredients

• 1 – large head of broccoli
• 1 – large head of cauliflower
• 6 – slices of cooked bacon (see How to Make Perfect, Quick and Easy Oven Broiled Bacon post)
• 1 – Meyers sweet lemon (or use 1 small regular lemon)
• 4 oz. (113 g) – medium cheddar cheese grated
• ½ cup (116 g) – mayonnaise (I used Homemade Mayonnaise)
• ½ cup (116 g) – Greek yogurt plain
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

How to Make Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad

1. Prepare the bacon and set aside to cool. Wash all vegetables and sweet Meyer’s lemon. Cut broccoli florets into bite-size pieces. Squeeze entire sweet lemon juice over the broccoli florets , and set aside to let it absorb.

2. In the meanwhile, cut cauliflower in the same way as broccoli and place into a different (large salad) bowl. Cube bacon into tiny pieces and add to cauliflower. Grate and add cheddar cheese, then lemon-soaked broccoli.
3. Don’t dump it all in. Rather, transfer it over with handfuls, letting the excess juice drain. Discard remaining juice, do not add to the salad or it will turn out too sour. Add and mix in mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

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• Purple Cabbage Tomato Salad
• Radish and Chives Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing
• Tossed Cucumber Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing
• Pear, Pomegranate, Mandarin Winter Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing

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