Broccoli Cauliflower Salad – Skinnytaste

Last updated: 2024/07/23 at 7:58 PM

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This Broccoli Cauliflower Salad recipe is quick and easy, perfect for warmer weather or if you’re looking for a new way to enjoy broccoli.

Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad

I adore capers, which add a delicious tang to the lemon vinaigrette in this light and refreshing Broccoli Cauliflower Salad. The dressing enhances the flavor of any vegetable and works well with carrots, arugula, and more. This summer salad is simple to make and bursting with fresh, crisp flavors. It’s great for picnics, potlucks, family gatherings, or weeknight dinners.

For more broccoli salad recipes, try my Broccoli Salad Recipe with bacon, mayonnaise, red onion, and sunflower seeds. Or indulge in this Broccoli Sub Salad loaded with your favorite Italian sub sandwich ingredients.

Why You’ll Love This Lemony Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Healthy: Broccoli and cauliflower are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making this dish a nutritious choice.
Make Ahead: Prepare this salad the day before serving to ease dinnertime stress.
Dietary Restrictions: Suitable for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, Weight Watchers-friendly, and dairy-free diets.

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Broccoli Cauliflower Salad Ingredients

This easy salad requires only 6 main ingredients:

Broccoli Florets
Cauliflower
Capers
Dressing: Lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, shallot, salt, pepper

How to Make Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

1. Make the lemon vinaigrette dressing.

2. Chop the broccoli and cauliflower into bite-sized florets.

3. Steam the vegetables until tender-crisp.

4. Rinse with cold water and toss with dressing.

5. Top with capers and serve hot or cold.

Variations

Try all broccoli or all cauliflower.
Swap lemon with vinegar.
Adjust tanginess with more lemon juice or mustard.
Use kalamata olives instead of capers.

What to Serve with Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

This salad pairs well with any summer meal.

Storage

– Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

– Enjoy leftovers warm, cold, or at room temperature.

More Broccoli and Cauliflower Recipes You’ll Love

In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, shallot, salt and pepper. Cut the broccoli and cauliflower into bite size florets. Steam the vegetables for about 4 to 5 minutes, until crisp tender. Toss with the vinaigrette, sprinkle with capers and serve. Enjoy!