Crunchy Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Why We Love This Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad Recipe

We’ve got a fabulous classic broccoli salad recipe here on the site… It has LOTS of amazing chunky ingredients. This simplified Broccoli Cauliflower Salad recipe includes the ingredients that give the biggest bang for the buck: broccoli, red onion, pecans, dried cherries, and a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing… And don’t forget we’ve added cauliflower as well for extra crunch! The dressing gets its dazzling flavor from a simple ingredient that is often overlooked in the spice aisle, Mrs. Dash Seasoning. (But there are all kinds of ways to customize this recipe… Please keep reading for a few of our favorite swaps!) This crunchy, lightly-sweet, and refreshing salad comes together quickly, and is even great to make ahead and chill in the fridge for a day or two before serving. It’s sure to be an instant family favorite for backyard barbecues and potluck dinners!

Ingredients You Need

Broccoli – cut into florets Cauliflower – cut into florets Red onion – diced Pecans – chopped Dried cherries – or cranberries Mayonnaise – regular or low-fat Rice vinegar – or apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar Honey – or granulated sugar Mrs. Dash Original Seasoning – or any other salt-free dry herb blend Salt – only a bit more to taste, as needed

How to Make Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Prep the produce per the recipe card below so that you have approximately 5 cups each of broccoli and cauliflower. Place the florets in a large bowl. Next, add the chopped red onions, pecans, and dried cherries to the bowl. Now make the salad dressing. In a small bowl, stir together the ingredients for the dressing: mayonnaise, vinegar, honey, Mrs. Dash, and salt. Taste, and adjust seasoning as needed. Then, pour the dressing over the salad.

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Recipe Variations

I’m a big fan of Mrs. Dash seasoning blend because it is sodium-free, and includes all sorts of dried vegetables and herbs that pack a punch. If you can’t find it, use an alternative dried vegetable and herb seasoning blend. Be careful to check if it includes salt, and adjust the recipe as needed! I suggest that you make it ahead of time the morning of, or even night before, when you plan to enjoy! Feel free to swap out or add any extra goodies you like to cauliflower and broccoli salad. Here are a few add-in ideas for you to consider:

Cooked crumbled bacon Sliced scallions Crispy fried onions Sunflower seeds Pepitas (baby pumpkin seeds) Raising Shredded carrots Shredded cheddar cheese