Mediterranean Cauliflower Salad

Servings

4 servings

Total Time

20 minutes

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Ingredients

Vegetables

• 1 medium cauliflower, cut into small florets

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted

• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced

• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

Dressing

• 4 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

Optional Add-ins

• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

• 1 tbsp capers

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Cauliflower

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.

Blanch cauliflower florets for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.

Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.

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2. Prepare the Dressing

In a small bowl whisk together:

• olive oil

• lemon juice

• Dijon mustard

• garlic

• oregano

• salt and pepper

Mix until well combined.

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3. Assemble the Salad

In a large bowl combine:

• cauliflower

• cherry tomatoes

• olives

• red onion

• parsley

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4. Add Dressing

Pour dressing over the salad.

Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

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5. Serve

Top with:

• feta cheese

• extra parsley

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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✅ Flavor Profile

• fresh and tangy

• slightly salty from olives

• crunchy cauliflower

• bright Mediterranean herbs

Perfect for:

• healthy meals

• summer salads

• side dishes

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