Marinated Cauliflower and Carrot Salad
Brighten up your table with this tangy and refreshing Marinated Cauliflower and Carrot Salad! Featuring tender-crisp cauliflower florets and vibrant carrot slices, this dish is marinated in a zesty vinaigrette made with extra-virgin olive oil, white vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey for balance. Infused with fresh parsley and garlic, the salad offers a perfect combination of crunch and bold flavor. Quick to prepare and ideal for make-ahead meals, this chilled salad is a versatile side dish or appetizer that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or a casual picnic spread. Healthy, gluten-free, and irresistibly flavorful, it's the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 3 medium carrots
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 6 cups water
- 2 cups ice
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into small florets and peel the carrots, slicing them into thin rounds or matchsticks.
Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
Immediately transfer the cauliflower to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic cloves, salt, and black pepper to create a vinaigrette.
Add the drained cauliflower and sliced carrots to the bowl with the vinaigrette. Toss well to coat the vegetables evenly.
Chop the parsley and sprinkle it over the salad. Toss again to distribute the herbs.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, toss the salad once more and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve chilled as a side dish or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
757 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.0 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3350 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2205 mg | 47% | |
*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.
