Description
Craving a fresh and creamy side dish that’s as easy as it is crowd-pleasing? This Amish Broccoli Salad blends crisp raw broccoli and cauliflower with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and a tangy-sweet mayo dressing. It’s the perfect addition to BBQs, potlucks, or weekday dinners. Whether you’re looking for quick lunch ideas, healthy side dishes, or a low-carb salad option, this recipe fits the bill. Easy to make ahead, naturally gluten-free, and irresistibly crunchy — your go-to salad just got a flavorful upgrade.
Ingredients
3 cups broccoli florets
3 cups cauliflower florets
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
1. Wash and dry the broccoli and cauliflower florets thoroughly. Cut into small, bite-sized pieces.
2. Fry the bacon until crispy, drain on paper towels, and crumble.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, and sugar until smooth.
4. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cauliflower, red onion, cheddar, and bacon. Pour dressing over the top.
5. Mix everything together until evenly coated.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
Add sunflower seeds or raisins for a sweet-nutty contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: amish broccoli salad, easy side salad, potluck recipe, broccoli salad with bacon