Marinated Cauliflower Salad Recipe
This cauliflower salad is marinated in a Mediterranean dressing, is low-carb, and packed with vitamins and deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (including cauliflower prep and marinade prep)
- Cook Time: 5 to 8 Minutes
- Total Time: Marinating time: 1 Hour - 24 hours
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salads
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
1 pound cauliflower stems removed, cored, and cut into florets (It's better to have a head of cauliflower under a pound than over for this recipe)
1 tablespoon of sea salt for the boiling water
Marinade
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon sumac
1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
3 green onions, thinly sliced
Vegetables
3/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1 cup diced purple cabbage
1 large English cucumber, diced
1 cup chopped fresh parsley (about 1 large bunch, stems excluded)
Instructions
Cook the Cauliflower
Start by removing the leaves and stems from the cauliflower head. Use a sharp knife to cut the cauliflower into small, bite-sized florets. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 5-8 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork, yet still has some resistance. Do not overcook the cauliflower, you want it to still have a slight crunch. Drain the cauliflower and place it aside.
Make the Marinade
Add the lemon juice, oregano, mint, sumac, granulated garlic, salt, and pepper to a mixing bowl. Whisk all ingredients together. Slowly add Extra virgin olive oil while whisking until a smooth dressing forms. Add the green onion and stir to combine.
Marinate the Cauliflower
Add the cooked cauliflower to a bowl or ziplock bag along with the marinade. Toss the florets until coated in the seasoning. Place the covered cauliflower in the refrigerator for 60 minutes or up to 24 hours to marinate.
Combine the Salad
Remove the marinated cauliflower from the refrigerator. Add the bell pepper, cabbage, cucumber, and fresh chopped parsley. Toss to combine ingredients. Taste to adjust the seasonings, adding a pinch more salt, if needed. Serve Chilled.
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