11 Make-Ahead Cauliflower Salad Recipes That Are Simply Irresistible

My mom’s make-ahead cauliflower salad with lettuce is great for picnics and barbecues.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
1 day
Total Time:
1 day 35 mins
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1poundsliced bacon

  • 1headiceberg lettuce, finely chopped

  • 1headcauliflower, florets finely chopped

  • 1largered onion, shaved thin

  • 1cupmayonnaise

  • 3tablespoonswhite sugar

  • cupgrated Parmesan cheese

  • 1dashground black pepper

Cooking Directions

  1. Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Chop into small pieces.

  2. Layer lettuce, cauliflower, onion, chopped bacon, mayonnaise, sugar, and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl, in that order. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap. Place a heavy pan on top to press down salad.

  3. Refrigerate for 24 to 36 hours, checking occasionally that salad remains pressed.

  4. Toss salad to serve; season with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe8
Calories366
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
31g
39%
Saturated Fat
6g
32%
Cholesterol
34mg
11%
Sodium
667mg
29%
Total Carbohydrate
14g
5%
Dietary Fiber
3g
10%
Total Sugars
9g
Protein
11g
Vitamin C
37mg
184%
Calcium
74mg
6%
Iron
1mg
6%
Potassium
455mg
10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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