Description
A delightful twist on the classic BLT, this Creamy BLT Cauliflower Salad is a refreshing and flavorful low-carb dish perfect for any occasion. With crispy bacon, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Salad:
- 1 large head cauliflower (cut into bite-sized florets)
Other Ingredients:
- 6 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
For the dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Cauliflower: Blanch cauliflower florets in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes, then shock in ice water. Drain and dry.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cauliflower, bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, and green onions.
- Make Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss and Chill: Pour dressing over salad, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use all Greek yogurt instead of mayo and sour cream.
- You can roast the cauliflower instead of blanching for extra flavor.
- Add avocado or chopped hard-boiled eggs for more richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
