Creamy Broccoli Cauliflower Corn Recipe
A creamy and delightful salad combining finely chopped broccoli and cauliflower with fresh carrots, sweet corn, and sharp cheddar cheese. Choose between a tangy Ranch dressing or a sweet and zesty honey-lemon dressing for a versatile and satisfying dish perfect for any meal or gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped into small pieces
- 3 cups cauliflower florets, finely chopped into small pieces
- 2 cups carrots, finely sliced
- 15 oz sweet corn, drained
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Salad Dressing Option 1 (Ranch dressing)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream or kefir or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons dry Ranch mix, or more to taste
Salad Dressing Option 2 (Honey-Lemon Dressing)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream or kefir or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ cup honey, softened or warmed
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the finely chopped broccoli and cauliflower florets with sliced carrots, drained sweet corn, diced red onion, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Mix gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Make Ranch Dressing Option: In a medium bowl, blend together mayonnaise and sour cream (or kefir or Greek yogurt) with 2 tablespoons of dry Ranch mix. Taste the dressing and add additional Ranch mix if desired, stirring until fully combined.
- Make Honey-Lemon Dressing Option: In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sour cream (or kefir or Greek yogurt), lemon juice, softened honey, and salt together. Warm the honey if needed to ensure it’s runny. Adjust salt to taste and mix until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Salad and Dressing: Gradually add your chosen dressing to the bowl with the salad ingredients. Stir thoroughly to ensure every piece is coated with dressing.
- Serve or Store: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste or refrigerate it for later consumption. This salad keeps well chilled and flavors meld nicely after a few hours.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Ranch mix or honey to suit your preferred flavor intensity.
- If you prefer a lighter dressing, substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- For best texture, chop broccoli and cauliflower into small, uniform pieces.
- This salad can be made a few hours ahead to enhance the flavors but is best served within 24 hours for optimal freshness.
- Keep salad refrigerated if not serving immediately to maintain crispness and prevent spoilage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: broccoli cauliflower salad, creamy vegetable salad, ranch dressing salad, honey lemon dressing, cheddar cheese salad, healthy vegetable salad
