Description
A crunchy and vibrant salad featuring broccoli, cauliflower, bacon, and sweet raisins, all dressed in a creamy dressing. Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 head of broccoli (tops only)
- 1 head of cauliflower (tops only)
- 8 slices of well-cooked and chopped bacon
- 1 cup of diced red onion
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup of salted and roasted sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup of raisins
- 1 cup of mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)
- 2 tablespoons of sweetener (sugar, honey, or a sugar substitute)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and sweetener to create the dressing and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, bacon, red onion, cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, and raisins.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and stir well to combine all ingredients.
- For best flavor, chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
For a vegetarian version, omit bacon or replace it with turkey bacon. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American