Healthy Cauliflower Salad

Bright, refreshing, and nutrient-packed, this Healthy Cauliflower Salad is the perfect way to elevate your salad game. Featuring tender blanched cauliflower florets tossed with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet red bell pepper, and tangy red onion, this vibrant dish bursts with flavor and texture. A zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic ties everything together, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds an herby finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free dish is ideal for meal prep, picnics, or a light yet satisfying side. Serve it chilled for the ultimate healthy and flavorful treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head cauliflower
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 small red onion
• 0.25 cup parsley
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the cauliflower into small florets and transfer them to a large pot of boiling water.

Step 2

Blanch the cauliflower for 2-3 minutes, then immediately drain and transfer it to a bowl of ice water to cool. Drain again and set aside.

Step 3

Chop the cherry tomatoes in halves, dice the cucumber, and cut the red bell pepper into small pieces. Finely dice the red onion.

Step 4

Finely chop the parsley leaves and set them aside.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched and cooled cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy your Healthy Cauliflower Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1066.6 grams (1066.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	629

Total Fat 44.50g	57%
Saturated Fat 7.40g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1893mg	82%
Total Carbohydrate 52.70g	19%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 23.60g
Protein 14.20g	28%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204mg	16%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 2512mg	53%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.9%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 31.6%