Raw Cauliflower Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Raw Cauliflower Salad is a nutrient-packed side dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Finely chopped raw cauliflower forms a crunchy base, perfectly complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, vibrant red bell pepper, and sharp red onion. A zesty homemade dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties everything together, providing the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. With no cooking required and just 20 minutes of prep time, this salad is ideal for meal prep, light lunches, or as a wholesome addition to your dinner table. Gluten-free, vegetarian, and loaded with fresh vegetables, this recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy cauliflower raw while keeping things simple and satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 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
• 0.5 cup parsley
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower. Break it into small, bite-sized florets, and rinse thoroughly in cold water.

Step 2

Pat the cauliflower dry, then use a knife or food processor to finely chop the florets into rice-sized pieces. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and dice the cucumber into small cubes. Add both to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

Remove the seeds from the red bell pepper and dice it into small pieces. Finely chop the red onion. Add both to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

Chop the parsley finely and stir it into the vegetable mixture for added freshness and color.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 8

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Step 9

Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days for a chilled version.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1090.6 grams (1090.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	661

Total Fat 45.60g	58%
Saturated Fat 7.40g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2017mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 58.50g	21%
Dietary Fiber 16.90g	60%
Total Sugars 29.40g
Protein 14.50g	29%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 220mg	17%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 2586mg	55%

*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: 58.4%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 33.3%