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Loaded Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

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A crunchy, creamy salad featuring broccoli, cauliflower, bacon, and creamy dressing, perfect for potlucks or picnics.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt Use full-fat for creamier texture or nonfat for fewer calories
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Light mayo works, but full-fat is silkier
  • 1/4 cup clover honey Maple syrup is a substitute but changes flavor
  • 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar Apple cider vinegar is an okay swap
  • 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar Can replace with a sugar substitute for keto; adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Salad
  • 4 cups small broccoli florets, diced Trim and cut into uniform pieces
  • 4 cups small cauliflower florets, diced Trim and cut into uniform pieces
  • 12 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and diced Turkey bacon can be used for lower fat
  • 8 ounces Colby Jack cheese, small cubed Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or sharp cheddar work well
  • 1/2 medium red onion, chopped and rinsed Rinsing removes some sharpness

Method
 

Make the Dressing
  1. In a medium bowl whisk together the yogurt, mayo, honey, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Cover the dressing and chill for at least 20-30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Prep the Vegetables
  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the diced broccoli florets, diced cauliflower florets, cubed Colby Jack cheese, chopped and rinsed red onion, and most of the diced cooked bacon (reserve some for topping).
Assemble the Salad
  1. Pour the chilled dressing over the salad and toss gently but thoroughly so every floret gets coated.
  2. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with the reserved bacon for crunch and presentation.
  3. Serve immediately, or chill for up to an hour for a colder finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Best enjoyed within the first 24 hours for optimal crunch. Can be made a day ahead, keeping dressing separate until ready to serve.
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