Description
This Christmas Salad is a festive holiday dish featuring fresh broccoli, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, and red onion tossed in a creamy dressing. Its vibrant colors and refreshing flavors make it a perfect addition to Christmas dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad Base:
- 1 head broccoli, chopped into bite-sized florets
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped into bite-sized florets
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
For the Dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- Chop the broccoli and cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Thinly slice the red onion and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Make the Dressing:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and sugar until smooth. Adjust sweetness if desired.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, red onion, and cherry tomatoes. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
- Chill and Serve:
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- To tone down the onion’s sharpness, soak the slices in cold water for 10 minutes before adding them to the salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg