FRESH BROCCOLI & CAULIFLOWER SALAD

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This is an absolutely delicious raw vegetable salad. The dressing compliments the broccoli & cauliflower without being overbearing. The garnish adds just the right combination of flavors to make this a 'go-to-recipe' for any BBQ, picnic or potluck dinner you need something out-of-the-ordinary for! Note: If you aren't a...

Provided by Karen Richardson

Categories     Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large bunch fresh broccoli, chopped (use the stems, too)
1 large head of fresh cauliflower, broken in flowerettes
1 medium purple onion, finely chopped
1 c chopped pecans (can use walnuts if you prefer them over pecans)
3 c mayonaisse (may use 'light' mayo)
3/4 c sugar
6 Tbsp balsamic vinegar (no substitutions)
1 pkg real bacon bits

Steps:

  • 1. Chop broccoli & cauliflower away from stalks, using broccoli stems; rinse & set aside.
  • 2. Mix mayonnaise, sugar, chopped onion & vinegar together.
  • 3. Toss chopped broccoli, chopped broccoli stems & cauliflower into mixture; stir until coated well.
  • 4. Chill several hours (chilling overnight tastes best)
  • 5. Before serving, stir in the raisins & chopped nuts & garnish with bacon pieces.

Odokonyero Byron
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This is the best broccoli cauliflower salad I've ever had.


Emmanuel Ikelle
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This salad is so addictive! I can't stop eating it.


evans dewornu
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I love the crunch of the broccoli and cauliflower in this salad.


Lorrany!
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover broccoli and cauliflower.


Danetta Owens
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I've never been a big fan of broccoli salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Final Id
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This is my new favorite salad recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Hajjat Hajat
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaining.


Rz Zishan 69
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This salad is so healthy and refreshing. It's the perfect way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Ramzam Jutt
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I'm not a big fan of cauliflower, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is what really makes it.


shahzad khan
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I love the addition of the bacon and cheese. It gives the salad a nice smoky flavor.


SEMA Javed
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This is the perfect salad for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Real musa novex
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Shani Malik
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of broccoli and cauliflower, and the dressing was light and refreshing.