This Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Swiss cheese and bacon is a simple quick salad to make, and it's loaded with flavor. Unlike the more traditional version of broccoli salad with raisins and a tangy-sweet dressing, in this salad broccoli and cauliflower are tossed with bacon, Swiss cheese and a creamy homemade buttermilk dressing. Serve it thoroughly chilled for a delicious make ahead side dish to go with any meal.

Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

This salad is often found on our Thanksgiving table in this vintage green serving bowl that once belonged to my Grandmother. Somehow, everything tastes better when it's served from that bowl. It brings back the memory of all of us eating Holiday meals together as a family. The flavor combination in this salad isn't limited only to the Holidays, it's great anytime of year including warm summer month for picnics and potluck parties. If you're not a fan of Swiss cheese feel free to adapt with a flavor you enjoy. A sharp cheddar also works well.

Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad is Packed with Flavor

These two vegetables go together so well and individually they're delicious in so many forms. Whether it's the classic broccoli salad or in a casseroles like broccoli cheddar gratin or fully loaded smashed cauliflower they're a regular in my kitchen. For the tangy salad fans at your table, you may like to try this recipe for Pickled Cauliflower from The Lady Behind the Curtain.

Other Salad Recipes to Try

There's no wrong time of year to add a fresh crisp salad to your lunch and supper mens. A few you may enjoy trying:

Classic Wedge Salad
Spinach Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette
BLT Macaroni Salad

Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Swiss Cheese and Bacon

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Broccoli Cauliflower Salad with Swiss Cheese and Bacon

Prep Time15

Chilling time4

Total Time4 15

Course: Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: broccoli-salad, brocoli-cauliflower-salad, salad-recipes

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 280kcal

Author: Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

1 0.4 oz packet dry buttermilk ranch dressing mix
1 cup real mayonnaise
¾ cup buttermilk
1 large bunch broccoli stems removed, separated into bite size pieces
1 medium head cauliflower core removed, separated into bite size pieces
10 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
1 4 oz jar sliced pimentos OR roasted red pepper, chopped drained (optional)
1 small red onion thinly sliced
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
salt and black pepper to taste
3 medium green onions thinly sliced

Instructions

To make the dressing, add the buttermilk, mayonnaise and dry dressing mix to a large mixing bowl. Whisk the dressing together until it's fully combined.
Add broccoli, cauliflower, bacon and pimento and onion to the bowl. Mix until fully coated with dressing.
Add cheese, mixing well. Taste and adjust the salt and black pepper to your taste.
Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
Garnish with sliced green onions.

Notes

A sharp white cheddar cheese may be used in place of the Swiss cheese.

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