Description

This refreshing Dill Pickle Salad combines crunchy red cabbage, crisp Romaine lettuce, and finely chopped cauliflower with a creamy dill pickle dressing enriched with sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh dill, and tangy pickle juice. Finished with a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese, this salad offers a delightful balance of creamy, tangy, and crisp textures, perfect as a side dish or light meal.

Ingredients

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Dressing

½ cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup finely diced dill pickles
2 tablespoons fresh dill (heaping)
1 tablespoon pickle juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Salad

1.5 cups red cabbage, chopped
3 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
2 cups cauliflower, chopped fine or riced
½ cup Feta cheese, crumbled

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Instructions

Prepare the dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh dill, pickle juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. This mixture forms the creamy dill-flavored base that ties the salad together.
Mix the dressing thoroughly: Whisk together all the dressing ingredients until well combined and creamy. Set this aside to allow the flavors to meld while you prepare the salad.
Combine the salad ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add the chopped red cabbage, finely diced dill pickles, Romaine lettuce, crumbled feta cheese, and finely chopped or riced cauliflower. These fresh, crunchy vegetables provide texture and freshness.
Toss with the dressing: Pour the prepared dill pickle dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss everything together gently until all components are evenly coated with the dressing, ensuring each bite is flavorful.

Notes

For a tangier flavor, add additional pickle juice to the dressing according to taste.
Feel free to substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream to reduce fat content without sacrificing creaminess.
To make the salad vegan, replace mayonnaise with vegan mayo and omit feta cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
The salad is best served chilled; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
This salad pairs well with grilled meats or as a refreshing side dish for picnic meals.