Best 9 Marinated Cauliflower And Broccoli Salad Recipes

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Within the vast culinary landscape, there exists an ensemble of vibrant, delectable salads that tantalize taste buds and captivate the senses. Among these culinary delights, the marinated cauliflower and broccoli salad stands out as a veritable symphony of flavors, a harmonious blend of textures and a testament to the transformative power of simple ingredients. This vibrant salad harnesses the inherent goodness of fresh cauliflower and broccoli, adorned with a fragrant marinade that infuses every floret with a burst of zesty, tangy goodness. As an appetizer, main course, or refreshing side dish, this culinary creation promises to elevate any meal with its vibrant colors, tantalizing aromas, and unforgettable taste.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

MARINATED BROCCOLI-CAULIFLOWER SALAD



Marinated Broccoli-Cauliflower Salad image

My mother made this for a family gathering several years ago, and I've been serving it ever since. Everyone enjoys this well-dressed salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small bunch broccoli, cut into florets
1 small head cauliflower, broken into florets
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small red onion, halved and sliced
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
3/4 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, mushrooms and onion. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake until sugar is dissolved. Pour over vegetables and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts :

BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER SALAD



Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad image

Provided by Martina McBride

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 to 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, or more to taste
4 cups small diced broccoli florets (about 1 1/2 pounds)
4 cups small diced cauliflower florets (about 2 pounds)
8 slices bacon, diced and cooked
2 shallots, diced (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans

Steps:

  • Whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, vinegar, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in the broccoli, cauliflower, bacon, shallots, cranberries, and pecans, tossing to coat. Cover and chill 1 hour.

BROCCOLI-CAULIFLOWER SALAD



Broccoli-Cauliflower Salad image

This is a favorite at salad suppers, I serve the dressing on the side for these suppers.

Provided by Colleen

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cauliflower florets
2 cups hard-cooked eggs, diced
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Crumble and set aside.
  • In a medium sized salad bowl, layer in order the broccoli, cauliflower, eggs, cheese and bacon.
  • Prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Drizzle dressing over top and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 177 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 452.8 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

ZESTY BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER SALAD



Zesty Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad image

An easy broccoli and cauliflower tossed salad. Optional ingredients may include raisins or walnuts.

Provided by Deb

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 cups cauliflower, chopped
1 red onion, sliced in rings
½ cup zesty Italian dressing
¼ cup sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, onions and dressing. Toss, cover and refrigerate. Sprinkle with sunflower seeds before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 265.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

MARINATED CAULIFLOWER SALAD



Marinated Cauliflower Salad image

I often serve this as an appetizer alongside a meat and cheese tray. But it can also be a side dish. -Stephanie Hase, Lyons, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons water
5 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1 bay leaf
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 medium carrot, shredded
1 small red onion, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring vinegar, oil and water just to a boil., Meanwhile, place next 5 ingredients in a large heatproof bowl. Add hot oil mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 6 hours or overnight, stirring occasionally. , Add carrot, onion, parsley and basil; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours longer. Discard bay leaf. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 67mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MARINATED CAULIFLOWER AND BROCCOLI SALAD



Marinated Cauliflower and Broccoli Salad image

Found this recipe on the net somewhere and have adapted it to suit our tastes. It continues to be a family favourite to this very day.

Provided by Tryntje

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 heads broccoli, broken into flowerettes
1 head cauliflower, broken in flowerettes
1 green pepper
1 red pepper
3 -4 stalks celery
1 onion, finely diced
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups olive oil

Steps:

  • Blanch broccoli and cauliflower until just tender.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl combine cauliflower, broccoli, peppers, celery and onion.
  • In a saucepan, place the vinegar, poppy seeds, sugar, mustard, salt and oil.
  • Boil until the sugar has disslved.
  • Pour the marinade over the vegetables and mix well.
  • Chill overnight before serving.

ITALIAN MARINATED CAULIFLOWER AND BROCCOLI SALAD



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This is from my MIL. This is a great salad and lasts a long time in the refrigerator. Cooking time is actually marinating in the refrigerator.

Provided by adopt a greyhound

Categories     Easy

Time 12h30m

Yield 1 large salad, 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 heads cauliflower, cut into small flowerets
1 bunch broccoli, cut into small flowerets
1 green pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can mushrooms, drained and chopped
1 (16 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and sliced
1 (16 ounce) can black olives, drained and chopped
1 (10 ounce) jar green olives, drained and chopped
1 (16 ounce) jar zesty Italian dressing
1 (2/3 ounce) package Good Seasonings Italian salad dressing mix (mixed with oil and vinegar)
1 pint cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Chop all of the vegetables and place in large bowl. Mix dry dressing mix with oil and vinegar as directions suggest, add prepared Zesty dressing and pour over the vegetables.
  • Marinate covered overnight. Just before serving add the cherry tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.8, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 2.8, Sodium 1089.5, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 9.2, Protein 5.5

MARINATED BROCCOLI SALAD



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Pretty is as pretty does. Colorful tomatoes and crumbled feta are gorgeous together, but it's their inner (delicious!) beauty that's important here.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups each fresh broccoli and cauliflower florets, coarsely chopped
2 cups mixed red, orange, yellow and green cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup ATHENOS Crumbled Feta Cheese with Garlic & Herb
1/2 cup slivered red onions
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/2 cup KRAFT Greek Vinaigrette Dressing

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients.
  • Refrigerate 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 400 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

MARINATED CAULIFLOWER SALAD



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This tasty salad can marinate for up to a day, which lets the cauliflower soak up the dressing. It's delicious chilled or at room temperature.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cut into small florets
1/4 cup white-wine vinegar
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons brine-packed capers, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Working in batches, blanch cauliflower until just tender, about 2 minutes. Drain; transfer to a bowl.
  • Whisk together vinegar, onion, and mustard in a small bowl. Pour in oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle vinaigrette over warm cauliflower, and add capers and parsley. Stir to combine.
  • Cover, and refrigerate overnight or up to 1 day. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, firm cauliflower and broccoli. This will ensure that your salad is crisp and flavorful.
  • Cut the cauliflower and broccoli into bite-sized pieces. This will make them easier to eat and will help the marinade to penetrate the vegetables.
  • Use a flavorful marinade. The marinade is what will give your salad its flavor, so make sure to use one that you enjoy. The recipe in the article uses a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, and herbs, but you can use any marinade that you like.
  • Let the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors of the marinade to meld with the vegetables.
  • Serve the salad chilled. This will help to keep the vegetables crisp and refreshing.

Conclusion:

Marinated cauliflower and broccoli salad is a healthy and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its鮮豔的色彩和美味, this salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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