Mediterranean Marinated Cauliflower Salad
Mediterranean Marinated Cauliflower Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Bursting with colorful vegetables and infused with a zesty dressing, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also low in carbs, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Whether served as a light lunch, a side dish at gatherings, or a cool appetizer during warm summer days, this salad promises to impress your guests with its delightful flavors and beautiful presentation. Packed with nutrients from fresh vegetables and healthy fats from olive oil, it’s both satisfying and nourishing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup black olives (Kalamata)
- ⅓ cup green olives
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Blanch cauliflower florets in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until tender-crisp; transfer to an ice bath.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine blanched cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, and parsley; toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to coat; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg