Roasted Cauliflower Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Roasted Cauliflower Salad! Featuring perfectly seasoned and golden-roasted cauliflower florets, this dish combines smoky paprika and earthy cumin with peppery arugula, sweet cherry tomatoes, and tangy red onions. A bright, zesty dressing made with lemon juice, honey, and a hint of garlic ties everything together, while crunchy toasted almonds and creamy feta cheese add irresistible texture and richness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this wholesome and satisfying salad is a perfect side dish or light meal. Ideal for healthy eating enthusiasts, it’s a stunning way to transform simple ingredients into a showstopping dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups arugula
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup slivered almonds
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Cut the cauliflower into small florets and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Drizzle the cauliflower florets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with paprika, ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Roast the cauliflower in the oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 5

Meanwhile, prepare the salad ingredients. Halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and set them aside with the arugula.

Step 6

Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.

Step 7

Prepare the dressing by whisking together 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, red wine vinegar, and minced garlic in a small bowl.

Step 8

In a large salad bowl, combine the roasted cauliflower, arugula, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and toasted almonds. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1113.4 grams (1113.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1050

Total Fat 78.40g	101%
Saturated Fat 18.70g	94%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 4168mg	181%
Total Carbohydrate 67.60g	25%
Dietary Fiber 21.90g	78%
Total Sugars 28.20g
Protein 35.00g	70%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 781mg	60%
Iron 9mg	49%
Potassium 3072mg	65%

*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: 63.2%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 24.2%