Heart-Healthy Cauliflower Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this flavorful and nutrient-packed Heart-Healthy Cauliflower Salad! Featuring tender, roasted cauliflower florets, crisp cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and a tangy homemade lemon-dijon dressing, this salad is as delicious as it is good for you. Packed with heart-healthy ingredients like olive oil, fresh parsley, and a touch of honey, this dish is designed to nourish while delivering vibrant flavor in every bite. Perfect as a light lunch or a colorful side dish, it comes together in just 40 minutes, ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Enjoy it slightly chilled or at room temperature for the ultimate wholesome dining experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head cauliflower
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup parsley
• 1 medium lemon
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Break the cauliflower into small florets, rinse, and pat dry.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper until well coated.

Step 4

Spread the cauliflower evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 5

Roast the cauliflower in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the florets are golden brown and tender.

Step 6

While the cauliflower is roasting, halve the cherry tomatoes. Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, and then cut into thin half-moons. Thinly slice the red onion.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the lemon, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, dijon mustard, and honey to make the dressing.

Step 8

Roughly chop the parsley and add it to a large salad bowl along with the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.

Step 9

Once the cauliflower is roasted, allow it to cool slightly before adding it to the salad bowl.

Step 10

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently to combine.

Step 11

Serve the salad at room temperature or slightly chilled for best flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1009.6 grams (1009.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	638

Total Fat 45.30g	58%
Saturated Fat 7.30g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2014mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 55.80g	20%
Dietary Fiber 16.10g	58%
Total Sugars 26.40g
Protein 13.90g	28%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 228mg	18%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 2399mg	51%

*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: 59.4%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 32.5%