Ranch Cauliflower Salad
This Ranch Cauliflower Salad is a creamy, crunchy side dish packed with fresh cauliflower, juicy cherry tomatoes, bacon, cheddar cheese, and a tangy ranch-mayo dressing—perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or as a refreshing balance to hearty meals.
Ingredients
- 6 –7 cups fresh cauliflower cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- ½ cup green onions chopped
- ¾ cup sliced pimento-stuffed green olives
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup cooked bacon chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise add more if you prefer extra creaminess
- 1 teaspoon ranch dressing seasoning powdered form
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Wash and cut cauliflower into bite-sized pieces. Halve cherry tomatoes, chop green onions, and slice olives if needed.
- Combine the Salad Base: In a large bowl, mix cauliflower, tomatoes, onions, olives, cheddar cheese, and bacon until evenly combined.
- Make the Ranch Dressing: Stir mayonnaise and ranch seasoning powder together until smooth. Add more mayo for extra creaminess if desired.
- Coat the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Chill the Salad: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let flavors meld and maintain a crisp texture.