Cauliflower and Pea Salad
Bright, crisp, and bursting with flavor, this Cauliflower and Pea Salad is a vibrant twist on classic side dishes that will elevate any meal. Featuring tender-crisp cauliflower florets and sweet green peas, delicately balanced with the crunch of red onion and the freshness of parsley, this salad is brought together with a tangy Dijon mustard and honey dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights or a refreshing addition to your picnic spread, this quick and easy recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare and is packed with wholesome, nutrient-rich ingredients. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this salad is a celebration of simple, healthy, and delicious eating that’s sure to impress. Ideal for those looking for a healthy cauliflower recipe or a unique salad option, this dish is as versatile as it is satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cauliflower florets
- 1.5 cups Frozen green peas
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup Parsley, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
Add the cauliflower florets to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until tender-crisp. Do not overcook.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cauliflower to an ice bath (a bowl of cold water with ice cubes) to stop the cooking process. Let cool for 2 minutes, then drain completely.
In the same pot of boiling water, add the frozen green peas and cook for 1-2 minutes. Drain and transfer to the ice bath, allowing them to cool for 2 minutes. Drain completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked cauliflower, green peas, diced red onion, and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
741 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1442 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.7 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 293 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2248 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
