Italian Cauliflower Salad Recipe 🥗
Overview:
- Name: Italian Cauliflower Salad
- Category: Cauliflower
- Keywords: Vegetable, European, Lactose Free, Free Of…, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
- Rating: 4 ⭐ (based on 6 reviews)
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 94.1 per serving
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 33 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
Description:
This Italian Cauliflower Salad is a delightful side dish that perfectly complements any Italian meal. The cauliflower is cooked to a crunchy texture, but feel free to adjust the cooking time to suit your taste preferences. Packed with flavors from olives, capers, and fresh lemon juice, this salad is both refreshing and satisfying.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 | Cauliflower |
| 1/2 | Onion |
| 2 | Celery stalks |
| 10 | Stuffed green olives |
| 1/4 | Olive oil |
| 2 tbsp | Fresh lemon juice |
| 2 tbsp | Capers |
| 6 | Fresh parsley |
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil (for dressing) |
Instructions:
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Cook Cauliflower: Begin by placing the cauliflower florets in lightly salted boiling water for 3 minutes. Then, remove them and transfer to a bowl of cold water for at least 30 minutes to cool. Ensure they are well-drained before mixing with the dressing.
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Prepare Dressing: In a separate mixing bowl, combine olive oil (1/4 cup), fresh lemon juice (2 tbsp), capers (2 tbsp), stuffed green olives (chopped), finely diced onion (1/2), thinly sliced celery (2 stalks), and chopped fresh parsley (6 tbsp). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well to incorporate all the flavors.
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Combine Ingredients: Once the cauliflower has cooled and drained thoroughly, add it to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss everything together until the cauliflower is evenly coated with the dressing and the other ingredients are distributed throughout.
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Serve: Transfer the Italian Cauliflower Salad to a serving dish, garnish with additional parsley if desired, and serve immediately alongside your favorite Italian dishes.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 94.1
- Fat: 7.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 39.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2.3g
- Sugar: 2.7g
- Protein: 1.7g
Tips:
- For a twist, try adding some cherry tomatoes or roasted red peppers for extra color and flavor.
- Make this salad ahead of time and let it marinate in the fridge for a few hours to intensify the flavors.
- This salad is perfect for potlucks and gatherings as it can be made in advance and travels well.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences, adding more lemon juice for extra tanginess or olives for a brinier flavor.
Enjoy this delicious Italian Cauliflower Salad as a refreshing side dish that will elevate any meal with its vibrant flavors and crunchy texture!
