Make Ahead Cauliflower Salad

Cauliflower, crispy bacon, iceberg lettuce, and mayonnaise are layered in this make-ahead salad that's pressed for a day before serving.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 366 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 pound bacon
• 1 dash ground black pepper
• 1 head iceberg lettuce, finely chopped
• 1 head cauliflower, florets finely chopped
• 1 large red onion, shaved thin

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Chop into small pieces.

Step 2

Layer iceberg lettuce, cauliflower, red onion, bacon, mayonnaise, sugar, and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl, in that order. Cover tightly with plastic wrap. Place a heavy pan on top of the salad to press it down.

Step 3

Refrigerate for 24 to 36 hours, checking occasionally that salad is still pressed down.

Step 4

Toss salad; season with black pepper.