Mom’s Cauliflower Salad
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4 servings
Description:
Mom’s Cauliflower Salad is a delightful dish that celebrates the crispness of uncooked vegetables. This salad is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavors. The combination of fresh cauliflower, juicy tomatoes, savory bacon, tangy green onions, sharp cheddar cheese, and creamy mayonnaise creates a symphony of taste that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a potluck or simply craving a refreshing side dish, this recipe is sure to impress with its simplicity and deliciousness.
Ingredients:
- 1 head cauliflower
- 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup green olives, sliced
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 172.4
- Fat: 14.2g
- Saturated Fat: 5.8g
- Cholesterol: 27.3mg
- Sodium: 279.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Sugar: 2.1g
- Protein: 7g
Instructions:
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Prepare Cauliflower: Break the cauliflower into bite-size florets, ensuring they are of similar sizes for even cooking.
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Wash Thoroughly: Rinse the cauliflower florets under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Drain them thoroughly in a colander.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, toss together the cauliflower florets, crumbled bacon, diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green olives.
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Add Mayonnaise: Pour the mayonnaise over the cauliflower mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
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Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with additional sliced green onions or bacon bits if desired. Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Recipe Notes:
- To enhance the flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of your favorite herbs and spices.
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before serving.
- Feel free to customize the ingredients based on your preferences. You can add other vegetables like cucumbers or bell peppers for extra crunch and freshness.
