Best Creamy Broccoli And Cauliflower Salad Wpoppy Seed Recipes

BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER SALAD

Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad image

My family loves the "crunch" of this broccoli and cauliflower salad...and each crisp ingredient adds to that delight! The secret of this recipe is to make the dressing a day ahead to allow the flavors to blend.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/2 cup raisins
1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets
1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
2/3 cup slivered toasted almonds

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar, Parmesan cheese, vinegar, onion and raisins; refrigerate several hours or overnight. Just before serving, combine broccoli, cauliflower, water chestnuts, bacon and almonds in a large bowl. Pour dressing over and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548 calories, Fat 44g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 1043mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CREAMY BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER SALAD W/POPPY SEED

Creamy Broccoli and Cauliflower salad w/poppy seed image

Got this recipe from a friend .. delish !! This is a great summer salad for holiday gatherings (cook outs) For healthy eating use Light or Fat Free ingredients.

Provided by Mary Lee

Categories Other Salads

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 head broccoli (chopped )
1 head cauliflower (chopped)
1 c mayonnaise
1 c sour cream
1/2 c sugar .....use less per personal taste ( you can use 3-4 packets of sweetner in place of sugar)
2/3 c bacon bits or 6 slices fried and crumbled bacon ( fried/crumbled bacon is best)
2/3 c shredded cheddar cheese (you can add more or less .. your choice)
salt/pepper to taste
1 tsp poppy seed (optional)
few thin slices halved "red" onion (optional)

Steps:

1. Combine broccoli and cauliflower in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, poppy seed, salt and pepper to make a creamy dressing. Add the dressing to the broccoli-cauliflower mix, stir/toss to evenly coat the vegetables. Stir in the bacon and the cheese. Chill in refrigerator for 3 - 4 hours .. Stir before serving.

CREAMED BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER

Creamed Broccoli and Cauliflower image

You can change the cheese in this recipe to suit your tastes. I use whatever I have on hand. Cheddar adds a nice flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3/4 cup fresh broccoli florets
3/4 cup fresh cauliflowerets
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
1 slice American cheese
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Additional Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

Place the first three ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Drain and keep warm. In another small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add American and Parmesan cheeses; cook and stir until cheeses are melted. Pour over vegetables and serve with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

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