Yogurt Dressed Cauliflower
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and nutritious Yogurt Dressed Cauliflower recipe! Tender cauliflower florets are lightly blanched to retain their crisp texture and then tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing, infused with zesty lemon juice, fragrant cumin, and a touch of smoked paprika for a bold yet balanced flavor profile. A drizzle of honey adds subtle sweetness, while fresh parsley brings a refreshing herbal note to every bite. This versatile dish is perfect as a quick side for weeknight dinners or a chilled salad for summer gatherings. Ready in just 15 minutes from start to finish, this healthy and flavorful cauliflower recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 piece garlic clove (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water (if needed)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and minced garlic until smooth.
Add the ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the yogurt mixture and stir well to combine. If the mixture is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to reach your desired consistency.
Once the cauliflower florets are cool to the touch, transfer them to a large serving bowl.
Pour the yogurt dressing over the cauliflower and gently toss to coat all the florets evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the dressed cauliflower for a burst of freshness and extra flavor.
Serve immediately as a side dish or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes for a chilled salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.7 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1401 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 420 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1804 mg | 38% | |
*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.
