Mediterranean Diet Cauliflower Linguine
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this healthy and satisfying Cauliflower Linguine recipe! This dish combines al dente linguine pasta with roasted cauliflower florets, juicy cherry tomatoes, and briny Kalamata olives, all tossed in extra virgin olive oil and brightened with fresh basil, parsley, and zesty lemon. Perfectly balanced with a touch of garlic and optional Parmesan cheese for richness, this Mediterranean-inspired meal is easy to prepare in just 40 minutes and showcases wholesome ingredients that align with the Mediterranean diet. Ideal for a light yet flavorful weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing lunch, this recipe delivers a burst of nutritional goodness in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g linguine pasta
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large cauliflower head, cut into small florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 200 g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and lightly browned.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the cauliflower and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cherry tomatoes and sliced Kalamata olives to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the tomatoes start to soften.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked linguine pasta to the skillet. Pour in the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, fresh parsley, torn basil leaves, and the lemon juice and zest.
Toss everything together and heat through, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to coat the pasta evenly.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and toss once more to combine.
Transfer the Mediterranean cauliflower linguine to serving plates and top with optional grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.3 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 180 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 5323 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.4 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.7 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.6 g | ||
| Protein | 72.9 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1232 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 3485 mg | 74% | |
*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.
