Description
Marinated Cauliflower Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful culinary experience. Crisp cauliflower florets are marinated in a zesty lemon-garlic dressing and combined with colorful vegetables for a burst of flavor and nutrition. This salad is perfect as a side dish or a light meal, making it an impressive addition to any gathering. Easy to prepare and customizable, enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for a deliciously healthy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cauliflower florets (about 1 medium head)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- Slice cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion.
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all chopped veggies and pour the dressing over them. Toss gently until well-coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg