Low Carb Orientalischer Couscous Salat
Experience a healthy and vibrant twist on a classic with this **Low Carb Orientalischer Couscous Salat**! This guilt-free, gluten-free recipe swaps traditional couscous for finely processed cauliflower, packed with nutrients yet light enough to suit low-carb diets. Fresh and colorful ingredients like cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and aromatic herbs such as parsley and mint infuse the salad with a vibrant Mediterranean flavor, while a zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and ground cumin ties it all together. Quick and easy to make with just 25 minutes of prep time, this refreshing dish is perfect as a chilled appetizer or a wholesome light meal. If you're seeking a low-carb, keto-friendly take on an oriental salad, this recipe is a flavorful and nutritious choice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cauliflower
- 1 large Cucumber
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Red onion
- 1 bunch Fresh parsley
- 0.5 bunch Fresh mint
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the cauliflower. Cut it into florets and place them in a food processor. Pulse until it mimics the texture of couscous. Be careful not to over-process.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave the processed cauliflower for about 3-4 minutes, or until slightly tender. Let it cool completely.
Meanwhile, dice the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red bell pepper into small cubes. Finely chop the red onion.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves. Set them aside.
Once the cauliflower has cooled, transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Add the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Add the chopped parsley and mint, and toss everything together until well mixed.
Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Serve the low carb orientalischer couscous salad cold, either as a refreshing appetizer or a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
733 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.2 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1936 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.3 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 3638 mg | 77% | |
*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.
