Best 7 Cauliflower Salsa Salad Recipes

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Cauliflower salsa salad is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, side dish, or even a main course. Made with fresh cauliflower, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and a variety of seasonings, this salad is packed with flavor and nutrients. The cauliflower provides a crunchy texture, while the tomatoes and onions add sweetness and acidity. The cilantro adds a fresh, herbaceous flavor, and the seasonings bring it all together. Whether you're looking for a healthy and refreshing option or a flavorful addition to your next party, cauliflower salsa salad is sure to please.

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MEDITERRANEAN CAULIFLOWER SALAD



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Simple and bright cauliflower salad, prepared Mediterranean-style with chopped veggies, garlic, and a zippy dressing of fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. This is a great way to gluten free tabouli!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head raw cauliflower (cut into florets)
1 whole bunch parsley (stems partially removed)
3 to 4 Roma tomatoes (very small diced or chopped)
1 English cucumber (hot house cucumber, chopped)
1/2 red onion (finely chopped)
1 to 2 garlic cloves (minced)
Kosher salt and pepper
Juice of 2 lemons
Extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the cauliflower florets in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade. Pulse a few times until the cauliflower turns rice-like in texture.
  • Transfer the finely chopped cauliflower into a larger bowl. Add the parsley, tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. Give the salad a quick toss to combine.
  • Now, add the minced garlic and season with salt and pepper. Finish with fresh lemon juice and a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil (about 2 tbsp). Give the salad one more good toss to combine.
  • For best results, set the cauliflower salad aside for a few minutes before serving to allow the cauliflower to soften and absorb some of the dressing. You can also cover and chill for later. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.1 kcal, Sugar 2.9 g, Sodium 23.9 mg, Fat 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1.9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CAULIFLOWER SALAD



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Everyone who tries this salad loves it! I like to make it often when cauliflower is in season. People may be surprised, but there still are a lot of farms here on Long Island, and there's nothing quite like fresh Long Island produce. -Paula Pelis, Rocky Point, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
1-1/2 cups diced carrots
1 cup sliced celery
3/4 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup sliced radishes
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss cauliflower, carrots, celery, green onions and radishes. Combine all of the remaining ingredients; pour over vegetables and stir to coat. Cover and chill for several hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 22 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CAULIFLOWER-SALSA SALAD



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Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium head cauliflower
1 container (16 ounces) refrigerated fresh salsa
1 tablespoon garlic oil
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 cup flat-leaf parsley or cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Cut cauliflower into florets. In a large saucepan, place steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place cauliflower in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; steam, covered, until tender, 6-8 minutes. Remove cauliflower and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., Place cauliflower in a large bowl; toss with salsa, garlic oil and pepper; stir in parsley. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving, or up to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY MARINATED CAULIFLOWER SALAD



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Simple cauliflower salad dressed in a homemade vinegar dressing that is a perfect side for a summertime BBQ, picnic, or potluck. My inspiration came from my love of giardiniera. Feel free to omit the crushed red pepper flakes for a non-spicy version.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 head cauliflower, broken into florets
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium carrot, sliced
½ medium red onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, sliced
⅓ cup pimento-stuffed green olives, cut in half
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
⅓ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon freeze-dried dill
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Combine cauliflower, bell pepper, carrot, onion, celery, olives, parsley, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Whisk vinegar, olive oil, garlic, dill, and crushed pepper flakes together in a small bowl until smooth. Pour dressing over the cauliflower mixture. Stir until evenly combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 224.8 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND BROCCOLI WITH SALSA VERDE



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This recipe came to The Times in 2004, when Julia Moskin wrote a story about the developing culinary culture in McCarthy and Kennicott, two tiny villages in the hinterlands of Alaska. ("Out here, you have a choice," said Mark Vail, a former Air Force cook who lives in McCarthy year-round. "You can live on ramen noodles and baked beans, or you can learn to cook.") Kirsten Richardson, a resident of Kennicott and a cook at the McCarthy Lodge, a local restaurant, developed this brightly-flavored riff on the weeknight vegetable. Just roast the broccoli and cauliflower, toss with a shallot-anchovy vinaigrette and toasted almonds then sprinkle with chopped parsley. It makes a satisfying mostly-meatless main or a delicious accompaniment to roast chicken.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     weeknight, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 side dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup whole shelled almonds
1 large head broccoli, cut into florets (about 1 pound florets)
1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets (about 1 pound florets)
10 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for dressing
1 shallot, minced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 anchovy fillets, minced
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 cup coarsely chopped Italian parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spread almonds on a baking sheet and toast until brown and fragrant, 8 to 10 minutes. Leave oven on. When almonds have cooled, chop coarsely.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss broccoli and cauliflower with 4 tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread on two baking sheets and roast until tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, mix shallot and vinegar and set aside for 5 minutes. Whisk in anchovies, lemon juice, remaining 6 tablespoons olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir in almonds and parsley.
  • Remove vegetables from oven, add to bowl and toss with sauce. Taste and add more salt, pepper, vinegar or lemon, if needed. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 597, UnsaturatedFat 40 grams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 829 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: cauliflower, large carrots, ground cumin, paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, olive oil, medium red onion, fresh italian parsley, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, water, olive oil, kosher salt, pepper

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
3 large carrots, cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm) pieces
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
kosher salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh italian parsley, roughly chopped
¼ cup tahini
1 clove garlic, grated
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ cup water
¼ cup olive oil
kosher salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, carrots, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper and olive oil. Toss until well-coated.
  • Spread the vegetables on the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, until the carrots are tender.
  • Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and water. While whisking, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the onion and parsley. Add the roasted cauliflower and carrots, and toss well.
  • Drizzle the salad with the dressing, then serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 5 grams

WHITE BEAN SALAD WITH ROASTED CAULIFLOWER



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This is the kind of substantial salad that's nice to have on hand, no matter the occasion. If you have time, it's best made with large dried white beans, such as cannellini, simmered at home. (It's great to have a pot of cooked beans in the fridge all summer long, for deploying in salads and soups.) But using canned beans is absolutely OK. The recipe calls for roasting the cauliflower, but it could also be cooked on a grill to impart some pleasant smokiness.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 small head cauliflower, cut into ½-inch slices
Extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and black pepper
4 cups cooked white beans or 2 (15-ounce) cans, drained
1 cup thinly sliced celery heart (the tender inner stalks and leaves)
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
3 tablespoons slivered scallions
1 large shallot, diced small
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground fennel (optional)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to taste
Salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Put cauliflower on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Roast on the top rack until nicely browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Make the dressing: Put shallot in a small bowl with mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, vinegar and ground fennel, if using. Stir well to combine, then whisk in olive oil. Season to taste.
  • Make the salad: Put beans in a low salad bowl. Add celery and cauliflower, pour the dressing over and toss well, taking care not to crush beans. Let salad rest for 30 minutes or so to meld flavors. Taste and adjust for salt, acid and oil. Add parsley and scallions, toss once more, then serve at room temperature.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe cauliflower.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can grate the cauliflower by hand.
  • Be sure to drain the cauliflower well after grating it, or the salsa will be too watery.
  • Add your favorite vegetables and herbs to the salsa to customize it to your taste.
  • Serve the salsa immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower salsa is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy fresh vegetables. It's perfect for parties, potlucks, or as a healthy snack. With its versatility, you can customize it to your taste preferences. Try experimenting with different vegetables, herbs, and spices to create your own unique salsa. The possibilities are endless!

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