Bright, refreshing, and guilt-free, Mika's Cauliflower Salad is the perfect addition to any healthy meal plan. This low-fat, low-carb salad features tender-crisp blanched cauliflower florets tossed with vibrant cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and zesty red onion, all brought together with a tangy homemade dressing of fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of garlic. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this salad is not only packed with flavor but also brimming with nutrients. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it's perfect for a light lunch, a side dish, or even a potluck crowd-pleaser. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this cauliflower salad is sure to become your go-to for wholesome, low-calorie meals.
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Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower. Break it into small florets.
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower florets and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp. Drain and rinse immediately under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside to cool.
While the cauliflower cools, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and finely chop the red onion.
Roughly chop the fresh parsley and set aside for garnish.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the cooled cauliflower florets, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and half of the parsley. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish with the remaining parsley before serving.
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Serving size | (1133.6g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 398.5 |
Total Fat 17.7g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 2.7g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 1501.5mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 54.5g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 17.9g | 0% |
Total Sugars 25.6g | |
Protein 16.0g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 171.6mg | 0% |
Iron 4.7mg | 0% |
Potassium 2253.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories