Description
Creamy BLT Cauliflower Salad is a delightful low-carb dish that combines the flavors of a classic BLT sandwich with the freshness of cauliflower. This creamy salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for a summer barbecue.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Salad:
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
Additional Ingredients:
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blanch Cauliflower: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cauliflower florets and blanch for 2–3 minutes until just tender but still crisp. Drain and rinse with cold water. Pat dry.
- Make Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Add cauliflower, lettuce, tomatoes, bacon, and cheddar cheese to the bowl. Toss gently to coat.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Best eaten fresh but can be stored for up to 2 days in the fridge.
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream or mayo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook / Blanching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
