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How to Make Cauliflower Salad

Our cauliflower salad will satisfy you with the combination of roasted vegetables and crushed nuts tossed evenly in Dijon mustard dressing. All the ingredients work harmoniously to deliver a burst of flavor in each bite.
  • cook TIME 15 mins
  • prep TIME 12 mins
  • total TIME 27 mins
Course: Side DishCuisine: Global
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 210 kcal
Author: Luna Regina

Ingredients (14)

  • 18 oz cauliflower
  • 6 oz canned chickpeas
  • 1 oz arugula
  • 1 oz pistachio crumbled
  • 2 tbsp parsley minced, divided
  • 0.25 oz shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp Dijon mustard seeds
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp traditional Dijon mustard
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided to 2 tbsp and 1 tbsp
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1

In a large mixing bowl, add 18 oz cauliflower, 6 oz canned chickpeas, 1 tbsp minced parsley, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Mix well with a spoon.

2

Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line the sheet pan with parchment paper. Spread the seasoned cauliflower and chickpeas onto the sheet pan. Roast them for 15 minutes. Remove the cooked cauliflower and chickpeas from the oven. Set them aside to cool.

3

Make the dressing by combining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp traditional Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp minced parsley, 1/4 tsp Dijon mustard seeds, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/4 tsp lemon zest, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper. Whisk vigorously until well combined.

4

Assemble the salad ingredients in order: 1 oz arugula, roasted cauliflower, 6 oz roasted chickpeas, and 0.25 oz shredded parmesan cheese.

5

Drizzle the dressing all over. Toss well. Enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 210kcal | Fat 15g | Saturated Fat 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat 2g | Monounsaturated Fat 9g | Cholesterol 1mg | Sodium 278mg | Potassium 529mg | Carbohydrate 15g | Fiber 5g | Sugar 3g | Protein 7g | Vitamin A 419IU | Vitamin C 67mg | Calcium 74mg | Iron 1mg