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- Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad With Mayo Dressing
- How To Make Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
- More Cauliflower Salad Recipes
- What To Serve With Raw Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
- How To Store Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad
- Tools To Make Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
- Low Carb Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Bacon and Mayo
With Christmas just around the corner, I wanted to share a festive looking red and green salad for those of you celebrating. But, you can really make this low carb broccoli cauliflower salad recipe anytime of year. You can’t go wrong with a great broccoli and cauliflower salad with bacon and mayo!
Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad With Mayo Dressing
Broccoli cauliflower salad with mayo dressing turns out super creamy! And, the dressing uses ingredients you might just have around all the time:
- Mayonnaise – I highly recommend homemade avocado mayo, it takes just 5 minutes!
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Fresh thyme
- Garlic powder
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
This mayo dressing is savory, not sweet. (Amounts of ingredients are on the recipe card below.)
If you prefer broccoli cauliflower salad with sweet mayo dressing, you can make a very similar one like I did in this broccoli cranberry salad. (Feel free to omit the orange zest if you’re using that dressing for this version, since that’s a different flavor profile.)
How To Make Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
There are lots of variations for a fresh broccoli cauliflower salad. This one uses just 4 basic ingredients:
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Red peppers
- Bacon
And of course, the dressing.
I used red peppers for a splash of red to contrast the green, but with fewer carbs than using cranberries.
This low carb broccoli cauliflower salad is dairy-free, but feel free to throw in some cheese if you are not.
And how to make it? Doesn’t get any easier!
- Chop up the veggies.
- Throw it all in a bowl.
- Whisk together the dressing.
- Toss the salad in the dressing.
That’s it! You can certainly enjoy it right away, but like most broccoli cauliflower salad recipes, this one is better overnight. That really lets the flavors combine.
More Cauliflower Salad Recipes
- Cauliflower Potato Salad – My absolute favorite way to include cauliflower in salads! I also have another cauliflower potato salad version here.
- Cauliflower and Bacon Salad with Mustard Herb Vinaigrette
- Cold Roast Vegetable Salad
What To Serve With Raw Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
Low carb broccoli cauliflower salad makes a perfect side dish year round:
- The colors make it great for holidays.
- The availability of ingredients make it ideal for winter months.
- It stores well, making it perfect for potlucks and summer get-togethers.
But what to serve it with? Here are a few pairing ideas:
For more ideas, check low carb dinner recipes or browse the low carb recipe index.
How To Store Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad
One of the best things about this broccoli cauliflower salad recipe is it stores so well! In fact, it’s even better the next day. If you can, let it chill for a few hours or overnight after making it.
How long does broccoli cauliflower salad keep? It depends on the freshness of your ingredients, but usually at least 5 days, or even a week.
Low Carb Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Bacon and Mayo
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Low Carb Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Bacon and Mayo
This easy broccoli cauliflower salad recipe takes just 10 minutes! It's super simple, colorful, and great for any occasion.
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Broccoli Cauliflower Salad:
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Instructions
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In a large bowl, stir together the broccoli, cauliflower, red bell pepper, and bacon bits.
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In a small bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients, until smooth. Adjust salt to taste.
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Add the dressing to the large bowl with the veggies and toss to coat.
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You can serve immediately, but for even better flavor, chill for a few hours.
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Serving size: 1 cup
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13 Comments
Chris
Can u make this salad with Greek yogurt ?
Wholesome Yum M
Hi Chris, Yes, but it will change the nutrition.
Julie
Made this with cauliflower and broccoli half cooked. Great salad!
Aileen Creedon
I love both broccoli and cauliflower but only when cooked. I dont care for the texture of it raw. Would it work if they worked steamed and then chilled?
Wholesome Yum M
Hi Aileen, This should work fine as long as the vegetables are lightly steamed. You want them to be able to retain their shape in the salad.
Brandi McClure
If I thaw out frozen broccoli and cauliflower, would that work? I don’t get fresh, as it goes bad. I have everything on hand for this if I can use thawed frozen. I know this sounds silly, but I am curious. I would like to try it, without having to go to the grocery store, as i have already shopped for the week.
Wholesome Yum M
Hi Brandi, I think the recipe should still work if your use frozen. Please let us know how it turns out!
Heather Bailey
This is a great keto friendly recipe I used to buy this from the grocery store all the time but I feel like they put all kinds of crap in it. I like to doctor my things up because I love flavor. I did add a little bit of monk fruit to sweeten it up and yet it was still just a little too mayonnaise tasting to me so I added a little bit of craft chunky blue cheese which is keto friendly. Oh and I also had a chunks of cheddar cheese cuz I’m a Wisconsin girl. It’s definitely going to work at the barbecue tomorrow. The flavor is heaven on my taste buds
Cindy
I can’t believe how simple this was. I made this for the first time to take to a dinner party and there were no leftovers. I gave your name recipe to a few people that night. It was so delicious I had to make more when I got home. Thank you!
Natalie
This combination has been my favourite breakfast at least twice a week! Especially I’m crazy at broccoli xD They also give a fresh start of the day Btw, Merry Christmas Maya!!!
Bryan Martinez
My wife would love this solely because of the broccoli haha great recipe! I already sent her the link so we can make it for lunch this weekend
Britni
I’ve never tried with cauliflower added…looks yummy! We also add dried cranberries.
Molly Kumar
The salad is so yummm!!! We love the bacon, mayo and broccoli mix you have going on here. Super easy and makes a great quick-light lunch too.