Ingredients
Broccoli florets. Cauliflower florets. Bacon. (optional) Other topping ideas: chopped red onion, sunflower seeds (for extra crunch), nuts like pecans or walnuts. For the dressing: My healthy caesar dressing works so well with cauliflower broccoli salad but you can use any creamy dressing of your choice. You’ll need Greek yoghurt, Fresh garlic clove, anchovies, extra-virgin olive oil, Parmesan cheese, fresh lemon juice, salt and black pepper.
How to make broccoli cauliflower salad
I prefer roasting the vegetables until tender but firm, but you can leave them raw for this salad if preferred. Toss the cauliflower and broccoli florets with a few teaspoons of oil and season with salt. Roast (or air fry) for 15-20 minutes until cooked to your preference. In the meantime, cook the bacon until crisp (this can be done in the oven alongside the vegetables) then chop into bite-size pieces. In a small mixing bowl, add the chopped anchovies, minced garlic and grated Parmesan then whisk in the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Remove the broccoli and cauliflower from the oven and allow to cool to room temperature then add to a large bowl. Pour over the salad dressing and sprinkle over the crispy bacon bits then transfer to a serving platter and serve.
Can I make this ahead?
This is the perfect salad to prep ahead since there are no vegetables to worry about going soggy. The salad can be fully prepped then covered with plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator for up to 6 hours. Any leftovers can be kept in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
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