Paleo Orientalischer Couscous Salat
Dive into the vibrant flavors of a healthy, grain-free twist with this Paleo Orientalischer Couscous Salat—a refreshing and nutrient-packed dish that celebrates Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine. Instead of traditional couscous, finely pulsed cauliflower forms the base, creating a light and fluffy texture that’s perfectly complemented by fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. The salad is elevated by the aromatic pairing of fresh parsley and mint, while a tangy dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, and coriander ties all the elements together. Topped with crunchy sliced almonds, this quick-to-prepare salad is ideal for clean eating enthusiasts and paleo dieters alike. Perfect as a standalone dish or a side, it’s ready in just 25 minutes to bring a burst of color and zest to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 15 grams fresh parsley
- 10 grams fresh mint
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 50 grams sliced almonds
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into florets and place them in a food processor. Pulse until the cauliflower resembles the size of couscous grains. Be careful not to over-process.
Transfer the cauliflower 'couscous' to a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender. Alternatively, steam it on the stovetop for 3-4 minutes. Let it cool.
Dice the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red bell pepper. Finely chop the red onion, parsley, and mint.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled cauliflower 'couscous', chopped vegetables, and herbs.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine all ingredients.
Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the top of the salad before serving.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
944 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.7 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1902 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.1 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 442 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 3232 mg | 69% | |
*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.
