Cauliflower Salad

Instructions:

1. Prepare the cauliflower:
   • Wash the cauliflower and cut it into bite-sized florets. Steam or blanch the cauliflower until it’s crisp-tender, about 3–4 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Pat it dry with paper towels.
2. Cook the bacon:
   • In a skillet, cook the bacon until it’s crispy. Once cooked, place it on paper towels to remove excess grease. Crumble the bacon into small pieces.
3. Prepare the dressing:
   • In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and garlic powder until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
4. Combine Ingredients:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower florets, crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, and chopped parsley. Season the mixture with a pinch of salt and black pepper, to taste.
5. Add the dressing.
   • Pour the creamy dressing over the cauliflower mixture. Gently toss everything together until the cauliflower is evenly coated with the dressing.
6. Chill and Serve:
   • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least an hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld.
7. Serve and enjoy:
   • Serve the creamy cauliflower salad as a side dish at your next meal or as a delicious and healthy addition to your picnic or barbecue spread.

Cook’s Notes:

• Fresh vs. Frozen Cauliflower: While fresh cauliflower is ideal, you can use frozen cauliflower florets if they’re more convenient. Just make sure to blanch or steam them until they are thawed and crisp-tender.
• Make It Ahead: This salad can be made a day in advance. In fact, it often tastes even better after the flavors have melded in the refrigerator.
• Variations: Feel free to customize your cauliflower salad with additional ingredients like shredded cheese, chopped red onions, or even roasted nuts for added crunch.

Creamy cauliflower salad is a wonderful way to enjoy the goodness of cauliflower in a new and tasty format. Its creamy dressing and the contrasting textures make it a delightful and healthy addition to any meal. Enjoy! 🥦🥓🥗😋