Description
This Broccoli Cauliflower Salad is a colorful and crunchy blend of fresh vegetables, sweet fruits, and a creamy dressing. Ideal for potlucks or as a light meal, it offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup of red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup of shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup of sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup of raisins or dried cranberries
- 1 cup of mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of sugar (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash the broccoli and cauliflower under cold running water.
- Cut the broccoli into small florets by slicing off the thick stem and breaking the florets into bite-sized pieces.
- Cut the cauliflower into quarters, then break it down into smaller florets.
- Place the broccoli and cauliflower florets in a large mixing bowl.
- Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.
- Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl (optional: soak in cold water for a few minutes to mellow the flavor).
- Shred the carrots and add them to the mix.
- Pour in the sunflower seeds and raisins (or dried cranberries).
- In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar (if using).
- Whisk until smooth and taste to adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl.
- Gently fold the dressing into the vegetable mixture with a large spoon or spatula, being careful not to mash the veggies.
- Taste the salad and add salt and pepper to your liking.
- Optionally, toss in some chopped fresh parsley for added freshness and color.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or a couple of hours for best flavor melding).
- Sneak a taste while it chills!
Notes
- This salad can be made a day in advance for even better flavor.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite nuts or seeds.
- For a lighter version, consider using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes