Cauliflower Broccoli Salad

Cauliflower Broccoli Salad
🧾 Ingredients:
🥗 Salad:
2 cups broccoli florets (bite-sized)
2 cups cauliflower florets
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup sunflower seeds or chopped nuts (almonds/walnuts)
1/3 cup dried cranberries or raisins
🥣 Creamy Dressing:
1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lighter version)
2 tbsp sour cream (optional)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
1–2 tbsp honey or sugar
Salt & black pepper, to taste
👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prep vegetables
   Wash and cut broccoli and cauliflower into small florets
   For a softer texture: blanch in boiling water for 1–2 minutes, then cool (optional)
2. Make dressing
   In a bowl, whisk together:
   Mayo (or yogurt)
   Sour cream
   Vinegar/lemon juice
   Honey/sugar
   Salt & pepper
3. Combine
   In a large bowl, add:
   Broccoli
   Cauliflower
   Onion
   Carrots
   Bacon (if using)
   Cheese
   Seeds/nuts
   Cranberries
   Pour dressing over and toss well
4. Chill
   Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes before serving (best flavor!)
   ✨ Tips:
   Add diced apples for sweetness 🍏
   Use roasted broccoli/cauliflower for deeper flavor
   Make it vegetarian by skipping bacon
   Adjust sweetness to taste