Grandma Birdie's Broccoli Salad
A delightful mix of fresh broccoli, cauliflower, and savory flavors, perfect for gatherings and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 heads broccoli, cut into florets Use fresh broccoli for the best flavor.
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets Fresh cauliflower works best.
- 1 medium carrot, shredded Adds a nice crunch.
- 1/4 medium red onion, minced Use more or less to taste.
For the Dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise You can add more for a creamier salad.
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper sauce Adjust for desired spice level.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Salt
- to taste ground black pepper
Bacon
- 5 slices cooked and crumbled bacon Adds a savory flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Add the broccoli and cauliflower florets to the boiling water. Cook for 3 minutes.
- Drain the florets and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to cool.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, cayenne pepper sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
- Remove the florets from the ice water and place them on paper towels to dry.
- When you are ready to serve, transfer the florets to a large bowl.
- Mix in the shredded carrot, minced onion, and crumbled bacon.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well combined.
- Let the salad rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can serve this as a side dish, picnic item, or potluck dish. Serve chilled for the best taste. For variations, add bell peppers or use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.