Description
Creamy BLT Cauliflower Salad is a delicious low-carb twist on the classic BLT sandwich. This salad features tender cauliflower florets, crispy bacon, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sharp cheddar cheese, all tossed in a creamy dressing. It’s the perfect side dish for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch option.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Salad:
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 3 green onions, sliced
Dressing:
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blanch Cauliflower: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add cauliflower and blanch for 2 minutes. Drain and transfer to an ice bath. Pat dry.
- Prepare Salad: In a large bowl, combine cauliflower, bacon, tomatoes, cheddar, lettuce, and green onions.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Toss Salad: Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled.
Notes
- For a lower-fat option, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream or part of the mayo.
- This salad stays fresh in the fridge for up to 2 days, making it great for meal prep or outings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
