Cauliflower Spinach Salad 🥗

Overview:

This Cauliflower Spinach Salad is a delightful combination of fresh vegetables and a creamy, flavorful dressing that’s perfect for any occasion. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can have this nutritious and delicious salad ready to serve in no time!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons sugar
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 medium head cauliflower, chopped into bite-sized pieces
1 cup fresh spinach leaves
1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dressing:

In a small bowl, combine the light mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, sugar, finely chopped onion, and fresh parsley. Stir until well mixed and set aside.

2. Assemble the Salad:

In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped cauliflower, fresh spinach leaves, sliced mushrooms, and crumbled bacon.
Gently toss the vegetables and bacon together until evenly distributed.

3. Dress and Serve:

Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture.
Toss the salad until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh flavors of this Cauliflower Spinach Salad!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: 380.5
Fat: 31.7g
- Saturated Fat: 8.5g
Cholesterol: 43.4mg
Sodium: 768.5mg
Carbohydrates: 15.6g
- Fiber: 3.7g
- Sugar: 8.7g
Protein: 10g

Tips:

For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon or replace it with a vegetarian bacon alternative.
Feel free to customize this salad with your favorite vegetables or add-ins, such as cherry tomatoes, avocado, or toasted nuts.
Make sure to chop the cauliflower into bite-sized pieces to ensure easy eating.
This salad is best served immediately after dressing to prevent the vegetables from becoming soggy. However, you can prepare the dressing and salad ingredients ahead of time and assemble just before serving for added convenience.

Enjoy this Cauliflower Spinach Salad as a refreshing side dish or light meal any day of the week! 🌿