Mediterranean Marinated Cauliflower Salad
Mediterranean Marinated Cauliflower Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. This quick-to-prepare salad combines crisp cauliflower florets, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy olives, all drizzled with a zesty olive oil dressing. Perfect as a side dish for any gathering or as a light meal on its own, this salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. With its low-carb profile and rich nutritional benefits, you can enjoy it chilled or at room temperature, making it an ideal choice for picnics, barbecues, or meal prep throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blanching and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup red onion
- ⅓ cup black olives (Kalamata)
- ⅓ cup green olives
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine 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 the cauliflower florets in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until tender-crisp. Transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking.
- In a large bowl, combine blanched cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg