Cauliflower Carrot Salad
Bright, fresh, and packed with nutritious ingredients, this Cauliflower Carrot Salad is a vibrant addition to your meal roster. This no-cook dish combines finely chopped cauliflower florets and crisp shredded carrots with the aromatic zest of green onions and parsley, creating a refreshing base for a tangy homemade dressing. The dressing, made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, perfectly balances sweetness and acidity, enhancing every bite. Optional slivered almonds can be sprinkled on top for a delightful crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this healthy and gluten-free salad is perfect as a light lunch, dinner side, or meal prep option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 3 large carrots
- 3 stalks green onions
- 2 tbsp parsley
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp slivered almonds (optional)
Instructions
Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower. Break it into small florets and rinse well under running water.
Using a sharp knife or a food processor, chop the cauliflower florets into fine, rice-sized pieces. Alternatively, you can grate the florets using a box grater.
Peel and shred the carrots using a box grater or food processor.
Thinly slice the green onions and finely chop the parsley.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cauliflower, shredded carrots, sliced green onions, and parsley. Toss gently to mix.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the cauliflower and carrot mixture. Toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
If desired, sprinkle slivered almonds on top for added crunch and flavor.
Refrigerate the salad for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, or serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.1 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2141 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 223 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2299 mg | 49% | |
*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.
