BOP'S BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER SALAD

Bop's Broccoli Cauliflower Salad image

A nice crunch in this salad, real bacon bits, diced broccoli, cauliflower, shredded sharp Cheddar cheese and onion are tossed with a yummy, sweet, and tart dressing and chilled. Be prepared to give this recipe to everyone when taking it to a covered dish gathering. It is the hit of the party at every gathering I've taken it to! It is very addicting! Enjoy!

Provided by Natalie Escue

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

5 slices bacon, or more to taste
1 head fresh broccoli, diced
1 head cauliflower, chopped
¾ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ red onion, chopped
½ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar

Steps:

Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble.
Stir broccoli, cauliflower, Cheddar cheese, and onion together in a large bowl.
Whisk creamy salad dressing, sugar, and vinegar together in a separate bowl until sugar is dissolved; pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate salad for at least 30 minutes. Stir crumbled bacon into salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 357.7 mg, Sugar 17.1 g