Sunny Vegetable Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Sunny Vegetable Salad
15 min.
16
237kcal

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Are you a fan of vibrant, fresh salads that burst with flavor and nutrition? Look no further! This Sunny Vegetable Salad is a delightful gluten-free recipe that's perfect as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or even a snack. It's not just about the taste; this salad is also a feast for the eyes, with its colorful array of vegetables. Best of all, it's ready in just 15 minutes, making it a fantastic option for any occasion, whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a quick, healthy snack.

Packed with 5 cups of fresh broccoli florets and an equal amount of cauliflower, this salad ensures you get your daily dose of cruciferous vegetables, known for their numerous health benefits. The addition of shredded cheddar cheese, raisins, and sunflower kernels adds a delightful mix of textures and flavors, while the dressing, a blend of mayonnaise, sugar, and cider vinegar, ties everything together with a hint of sweetness and tanginess.

For a crunchy and savory twist, the salad is topped with cooked, crumbled bacon, adding a layer of smokiness that complements the other ingredients beautifully. This Sunny Vegetable Salad is more than just a dish; it's a balanced meal in itself, with a caloric breakdown of 237 kcal per serving, consisting of 24.2% carbs, 10.62% protein, and 65.18% fat.

Whether you're a vegetarian, gluten-intolerant, or simply looking to add more vegetables to your diet, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. So, grab your bowl and let's get started on this delicious and nutritious journey.

Ingredients

  • cups broccoli florets fresh
  • cups cauliflower florets fresh
  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  •  bacon crumbled cooked
  • cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.7 cup onion chopped
  • 0.5 cup raisins 
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup sunflower seeds 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In a large salad bowl, toss the broccoli, cauliflower, cheese, onion and raisins. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar.
  2. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  3. Sprinkle with bacon and sunflower seeds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories237kcal
Protein10.62%
Fat65.18%
Carbs24.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.31
Glycemic Load
7.26
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.993478238583%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.26mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
2.39mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:237.32kcal
11.87%
Fat:17.67g
27.18%
Saturated Fat:4.9g
30.6%
Carbohydrates:14.76g
4.92%
Net Carbohydrates:12.79g
4.65%
Sugar:7.79g
8.65%
Cholesterol:23.02mg
7.67%
Sodium:252.64mg
10.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.48g
12.96%
Vitamin K:57.04µg
54.32%
Vitamin C:41.2mg
49.93%
Phosphorus:131.32mg
13.13%
Calcium:126.54mg
12.65%
Folate:45.56µg
11.39%
Selenium:7.96µg
11.37%
Vitamin E:1.56mg
10.42%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.94%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.88%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.4%
Fiber:1.97g
7.86%
Potassium:274.1mg
7.83%
Vitamin A:330.59IU
6.61%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.48%
Zinc:0.96mg
6.4%
Magnesium:24.48mg
6.12%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.21%
Copper:0.09mg
4.56%
Vitamin B3:0.9mg
4.48%
Iron:0.67mg
3.71%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.33%