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Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

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Broccoli Cauliflower Salad is a vibrant, crunchy dish that elevates any meal with its fresh ingredients and tangy Italian vinaigrette. This salad is not only quick to prepare—taking just 15 minutes—but also shines as a make-ahead option, allowing flavors to meld beautifully overnight. Ideal for cookouts, potlucks, or as part of meal prep, it combines nutritious broccoli and cauliflower with marinated mozzarella and walnuts for a satisfying bite. Enjoy it as a refreshing side or a standalone dish that caters to various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz broccoli florets
  • 12 oz cauliflower florets
  • 12 oz jar roasted red bell peppers, drained
  • 1 small can (2.25 oz) sliced black olives, drained
  • 2 oz grape tomatoes, halved
  • 12 oz small marinated mozzarella cheese balls, drained
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup red apple vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Italian vinaigrette by combining olive oil, red apple vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt in a mason jar. Shake or stir until well combined.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped broccoli and cauliflower florets with roasted bell peppers, halved tomatoes, mozzarella balls, black olives, grated parmesan cheese, and walnuts.
  3. Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

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