Gregs Cauliflower Salad
Brighten up your table with Greg’s Cauliflower Salad, a vibrant and nutrient-packed recipe that’s as refreshing as it is satisfying. This quick and easy salad combines blanched cauliflower florets with a colorful medley of red bell pepper, crisp cucumber, and zesty red onion, all tied together with a tangy homemade dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey. Fresh parsley adds an herbal pop, while the light blanching technique keeps the cauliflower tender-crisp and full of flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this chilled salad is perfect for meal prep, picnics, or as a healthy side dish for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a low-carb recipe, a gluten-free option, or simply a delicious way to enjoy fresh vegetables, Greg’s Cauliflower Salad is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 cucumber
- 1 small red onion
- 0.5 cup parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into small bite-sized florets. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
Bring a pot of water to a boil, then blanch the cauliflower florets for 2 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain well and set aside.
Dice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion into small, even pieces.
Finely chop the parsley leaves and set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the blanched cauliflower, diced red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and chopped parsley.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
688 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.8 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2237 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.8 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2707 mg | 58% | |
*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.
