Mock Potato Cauliflower Salad
Delight your taste buds with this creamy and flavorful Mock Potato Cauliflower Salad—a low-carb twist on the classic potato salad! Swapping potatoes for tender cauliflower florets makes this dish lighter without sacrificing the comforting texture and bold flavors you love. Tossed with a tangy dressing of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar, and studded with crunchy celery, zesty dill pickles, and aromatic fresh dill, this salad is a refreshing and guilt-free alternative. Finely chopped red onion and hard-boiled eggs add a hearty touch, while a sprinkle of paprika on top completes it beautifully. Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or a simple make-ahead side dish, this keto-friendly cauliflower salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table!
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Ingredients
- 1 head (medium) Cauliflower
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 stalks Celery
- 0.25 cup (finely chopped) Red onion
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Dill pickles
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh dill
- 2 large Hard-boiled eggs
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
Directions
Step 1
Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and steam or boil them for 5-7 minutes, until they’re fork-tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside to cool completely.
Step 2
While the cauliflower cools, finely chop the celery, red onion, dill pickles, and fresh dill. Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs into small pieces.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 4
Add the cooled cauliflower, chopped celery, red onion, pickles, fresh dill, and hard-boiled eggs to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Step 5
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and sprinkle paprika on top for garnish.
Step 6
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 817.3 grams (817.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1189 |
| Total Fat 100.80g | 129% |
| Saturated Fat 11.70g | 59% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g | |
| Cholesterol 529mg | 176% |
| Sodium 2853mg | 124% |
| Total Carbohydrate 55.40g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.10g | 40% |
| Total Sugars 13.20g | |
| Protein 22.30g | 45% |
| Vitamin D 100IU | 500% |
| Calcium 183mg | 14% |
| Iron 4mg | 24% |
| Potassium 1716mg | 37% |
Source of Calories