Loaded Cauliflower Salad is a fantastic low-carb twist on the classic loaded potato salad, featuring bacon, cheese, and creamy dressing with a healthier base of cauliflower.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Keto, Low Carb
Servings: 6servings
Calories: 280kcal
Equipment
Oven
Mixing Bowl
Baking Sheet
Whisk
Ingredients
Salad
1headcauliflower
1tablespoonolive oil
to tasteSalt & pepper
1/2cupsliced radishes
1/2cupdiced celery
1/2cupshredded sharp cheddar cheese
2green onions, sliced
4slicesbacon, cooked and crumbled
Dressing
1/2cupmayonnaise
1/4cupsour cream
3tablespoonssweet relish
1teaspoonDijon mustard
1tablespoonapple cider vinegar
to tasteSalt & pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Cut the florets off the thick center stalk of the cauliflower and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
Place the cauliflower on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until tender-crisp. Let cool completely.
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, sweet relish, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled cauliflower, radishes, celery, cheese, green onions, and bacon.
Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss to combine. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Notes
Best served chilled. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Not recommended for freezing.