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Cauliflower with Capers, Black Olives, and Chiles is a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish that combines the vibrant flavors of capers, black olives, and chiles with the mild, nutty taste of cauliflower. This versatile dish can be served as a main course or a side dish, and it's a great way to enjoy the health benefits of cauliflower, which is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

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CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPERS, BLACK OLIVES AND CHILES



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This bold-flavored cauliflower dish is a perfect riposte to winter blues. It combines three sunny Mediterranean flavors with white and wintry cauliflower, which is brightened hardily. It all takes under half an hour, because the only real cooking is boiling the cauliflower, and the rest is just letting the olives, capers, chiles and some garlic and lemon get acquainted.

Provided by Tamar Adler

Time 25m

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 9

About 1 pound of cauliflower
1/2 cup pitted black olives, coarsely chopped
1 heaped tablespoon salt-packed capers, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Grated zest and juice of a lemon
Sea salt
Pinch of crushed red-chile pepper
2 garlic cloves, crushed and chopped
1/3 cup olive oil, preferably a deep-flavored oil from Italy or Greece

Steps:

  • Trim the cauliflower, and break the head apart into florets.
  • On a chopping board, combine the olives, capers, parsley and lemon zest, and chop together to mix well.
  • Bring a pot of water large enough to hold the cauliflower to a rolling boil. Add a big pinch of salt, and when it returns to a boil, add the florets. Cook until the florets are just barely tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a skillet large enough to hold all the ingredients, warm the chile flakes and the garlic in the oil over medium-low heat until hot, about 3 or 4 minutes. The chile and garlic should be starting to melt in the oil, rather than sizzling and browning. Stir in the lemon juice, and cook for another 2 minutes, then add the olive-caper mix, give it a stir, take it off the heat and set aside.
  • Drain the cauliflower well, shaking the colander. Combine the cauliflower with the olive-caper dressing in the skillet, and set the skillet back on medium heat. Warm it up to serving temperature, taste to make sure the seasoning is right and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 143, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 258 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CRISPY CAULIFLOWER WITH OLIVES, CAPERS, AND PARSLEY



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Categories     Olive     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Cauliflower     Fall     Parsley     Capers     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons finely chopped Kalamata olives (about 6) or other brine-cured black olives
2 teaspoons drained capers, finely chopped
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
3 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 cups 1-inch cauliflower flowerettes (about 1 head)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves (preferably flat-leafed)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl stir together olives, capers, vinegar, and 2 tablespoons oil.
  • In a large non-stick skillet heat remaining tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and cook cauliflower, covered, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes. Uncover skillet and sauté cauliflower until tender and browned, 5 to 10 minutes more. Transfer cauliflower to a bowl and toss with olive mixture and parsley. Season cauliflower with salt and pepper.

CAULIFLOWER WITH OLIVES, CAPERS AND PARSLEY



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Make and share this Cauliflower With Olives, Capers and Parsley recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup kalamata olive, finely chopped
1 tablespoon capers, drained and finely chopped
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
3 1/4 lbs cauliflower florets
3 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients and 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons oil in a bowl.
  • Heat remaining oil in a heavy nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Cook cauliflower 10 minutes, covered, stirring occasionally.
  • Uncover skillet and sauté cauliflower another 5-10 minutes, until tender and browned.
  • Transfer cauliflower to a bowl and toss with olive mixture and parsley.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.1, Fat 29, SaturatedFat 4.1, Sodium 239.1, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 7.1, Protein 7.3

CAULIFLOWER SALAD WITH OLIVES AND CAPERS



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Categories     Salad     Blender     Fish     Olive     Vegetable     Side     Quick & Easy     Buffet     Vinegar     Cauliflower     Hot Pepper     Winter     Capers     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch flowerets (about 6 cups)
a 3-ounce jar pimiento-stuffed olives, drained and chopped (about 3/4 cup)
3 celery ribs, sliced thin diagonally
1/4 cup chopped drained peperoncini (pickled Tuscan peppers)
2 tablespoons drained capers
1/2 cup drained caper berries*
For vinaigrette
3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 flat anchovy fillets, or to taste
*available at specialty foods shops

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan of boiling salted water cook cauliflower until just tender, about 4 minutes. In a colander drain cauliflower and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain cauliflower well and in a large bowl toss with olives, celery, peperoncini, capers, and caper berries.
  • Make vinaigrette:
  • In a blender blend vinaigrette ingredients until combined well.
  • Add vinaigrette to salad, tossing well, and season with salt and pepper. Salad will improve in flavor if kept, covered and chilled, at least 1 day and up to 3. Bring salad to room temperature before serving.

CAULIFLOWER OLIVE SALAD



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This colorful toss combines cauliflower and black and green olives with sweet peppers and red onion for a satisfying blend of flavors. The lemony vinaigrette coats the salad well and gives it a pleasing tartness. -Nancy Holland, Morgan Hill, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 to 6 cups cauliflowerets
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, sliced
1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped red onion, optional
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, green pepper, olives, red pepper and onion if desired. , In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, vinegar, sugar and pepper; gradually whisk in oil. Pour over vegetables and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 19g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 518mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND CAPERS



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Roasted cauliflower shares a plate with olives and stuffed peppers for a tasty appetizer that's simple to make.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes about 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 large heads cauliflower, (about 4 pounds total), cut into florets
1/3 cup salt-packed capers, rinsed
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Coarse salt
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped or very small whole fresh marjoram leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Divide cauliflower and capers between 2 rimmed baking sheets. Drizzle each sheet with 3 tablespoons oil; toss to combine. Season with salt. Spread in a single layer. Roast, stirring occasionally, until cauliflower is golden brown and tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Toss with marjoram. Serve warm or at room temperature, drizzled with oil.

CAULIFLOWER WITH CAPERS AND LEMON



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This cauliflower dish with capers is great to serve with fish.

Provided by Exploratory Chef

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon capers
1 tablespoon anchovy paste
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped and chopped

Steps:

  • Place cauliflower into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix olive oil, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, capers, anchovy paste, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Reserve remaining lemon zest for another use.
  • Place cauliflower in a bowl and pour dressing over top. Add Parmesan cheese and thyme; mix until completely coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 712 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

PASTA WITH CAULIFLOWER AND OLIVES



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Incredibly simple pasta with cauliflower, but very flavorful. Reheats well.

Provided by cofarb

Categories     Pasta and Noodles     Pasta by Shape Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 pound penne pasta
½ cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped, or to taste
1 ½ cups chopped black olives
1 tablespoon shredded basil leaves
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender but not mushy, 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
  • While pasta boils, heat olive oil in another large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and saute briefly, 1 to 2 minutes. Do not brown. Add chopped olives. Saute to heat through, 3 to 4 minutes. Add basil and black pepper.
  • Add steamed cauliflower to the olive mixture. Mix well. Mash cauliflower slightly with a potato masher, leaving some florets intact. Serve over drained pasta. Top with Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 23.9 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 356.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

WHOLE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH OLIVE OIL AND CAPERS



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Make and share this Whole Roasted Cauliflower With Olive Oil and Capers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head cauliflower, green leaves discarded
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon drained small caper (packed in brine)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley sprigs

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 450°F Lightly oil a 9-inch pie plate or square baking dish.
  • Core cauliflower, leaving head intact, then discard core and put cauliflower head in pan.
  • Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over top of cauliflower and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bake until tender, 1 to 1 1/4 hours. Transfer to a serving dish.
  • Whisk together lemon juice, capers, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl, then whisk in remaining 1/4 cup oil.
  • Surround cauliflower with parsley sprigs and drizzle cauliflower and parsley with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.8, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 352.9, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 1.9, Protein 1.9

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-riced cauliflower.
  • If you don't have capers, you can substitute chopped pickles or olives.
  • If you don't have black olives, you can substitute green olives.
  • If you don't have chili peppers, you can use red pepper flakes.
  • For a spicier dish, add more chili peppers or red pepper flakes.
  • Serve cauliflower as a side dish or main course.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower with capers, black olives, and chiles is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it is also a good source of fiber and vitamins. This dish is also versatile and can be served as a side dish or main course. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious recipe, give cauliflower with capers, black olives, and chiles a try.

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