Description
Mediterranean Marinated Cauliflower Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together the best of Mediterranean flavors in just 15 minutes. This salad features tender cauliflower florets, juicy cherry tomatoes, and briny olives, all dressed in a zesty vinaigrette that elevates its taste profile. Perfect as a light lunch or an inviting side dish at gatherings, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients, making it suitable for various dietary preferences. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature, and feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables or herbs for added flair.
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 bowl, combine the blanched cauliflower with cherry tomatoes, red onions, olives, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to coat all ingredients thoroughly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg