This salad will make all other summer salads look minor in comparison. This Salad is a combination of Cauliflower, egg salad and bacon. Combine that with cheddar cheese and you have a treat for a salad. The texture combinations and the flavor combinations are the bomb!
This salad could be used on croissants, bread, buns or rolls. I have been known to eat this as is, It saves me some carbs too.
The Cauliflower and Egg Salad with bacon is a unique twist for summertime.
A blend of vegetables with delicious and creamy egg salad, with crunchy bacon thrown in. This dressing is made with some Greek Yogurt which helps the calorie count.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is this a healthy salad?
Although it contains some mayonnaise, it is considered to be on the healthier end of the scale. Greek yogurt helps with that.
How long will this salad last in the refrigerator?
As long as the Cauliflower, bacon and egg salad is covered or put into an airtight container, the salad will last in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
Can I freeze this Cauliflower bacon and Egg Salad?
I do not suggest freezing this dish. The yogurt and mayonnaise tends to change in texture when thawed.
What do you need to make Egg Salad with Bacon and Cauliflower
1 head Cauliflower, cut into florets
3 eggs, hard boiled and diced
½ cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
¼ cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
Dressing:
½ cup Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream
½ cup Mayonnaise
½ tbsp Cajun Seasoning
¼ tsp Red Pepper flakes
Salt and Pepper to taste
How to make Egg Salad with Bacon and Cauliflower
FIRST STEP:
In a small bowl combine the mayonnaise, Greek Yogurt, cajun seasoning and pepper flakes
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SECOND STEP:
In a larger bowl combine the Cauliflower florets, the diced egg and the bacon bits
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THIRD STEP:
Pour the dressing over the cauliflower mix and toss to coat well
Refrigerate 20 minutes or overnight to chill completely
YUM!
Enjoy!
YUM!
Egg Salad with Bacon and Cauliflower
Ingredients
- 1 head Cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 eggs, hard boiled and diced
- ½ cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Dressing:
- ½ cup Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- ½ tbsp Cajun Seasoning
- ¼ tsp Red Pepper flakes
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
FIRST STEP:
In a small bowl combine the mayonnaise, Greek Yogurt, cajun seasoning and pepper flakes
SECOND STEP:
In a larger bowl combine the Cauliflower florets, the diced egg and the bacon bits
THIRD STEP:
Pour the dressing over the cauliflower mix and toss to coat well
Refrigerate 20 minutes or overnight to chill completely
Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Yield 4 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 382Total Fat 32gSaturated Fat 8gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 22gCholesterol 174mgSodium 912mgCarbohydrates 8gFiber 3gSugar 5gProtein 16g
These recipes are calculated as a courtesy. They are not intended as medical advice or guaranteed accurate. Please do your own calculations if necessary.