Best 10 Marinated Cauliflower And Carrots With Mint Recipes

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Marinated cauliflower and carrots with mint is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The cauliflower and carrots are marinated in a mixture of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and herbs, then roasted until tender. The mint adds a bright, refreshing flavor to the dish. This recipe is easy to make and can be served as a side dish or main course.

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MARINATED CAULIFLOWER AND CARROTS WITH MINT



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This is an elaboration of one of my favorite carrot dishes. That dish couldn't be simpler - steamed carrots tossed with sherry vinegar, olive oil, salt and fresh mint. It is good at room temperature or warm, as a starter or a side dish. I added steamed cauliflower to the mix but made no other changes to the formula. The cauliflower, which always loves a vinegar marinade, is a wonderful addition, very compatible with the carrots and pretty, too. The dish is great for a buffet as it only gets better as it sits. The dish is particularly beautiful if you use different colored carrots.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, snack, vegetables, appetizer, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings as a starter or side

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound carrots, peeled, quartered, or if fat, cut into sixths at fat ends, then into 2-inch lengths
1 pound cauliflower (1 small head, 1/2 to 3/4 of a large head), cut or broken into small florets
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup sherry vinegar or champagne vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh mint (to taste)

Steps:

  • Place carrots and cauliflower in a steamer above 1 inch of boiling water, cover and steam 5 to 8 minutes, until both vegetables are tender but not too soft. Drain and transfer to a bowl. Add salt and pepper, and toss with vinegar and olive oil. Allow to cool slightly, then toss with mint. Serve warm or at room temperature. If serving warm, just before serving heat in a pan over medium heat, preferably before adding mint.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 75, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 198 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

CURRIED CAULIFLOWER AND CARROTS



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup olive oil, plus more for topping
1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 red onion, cut into eighths
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Whisk together the curry powder, cumin, salt, pepper and olive oil in a medium bowl.
  • Spread the cauliflower, carrots, and onion in a single layer on a large baking sheet-lined with tin foil. Drizzle with the dressing and toss so it is thoroughly coated.
  • Roast the vegetables in the oven until tender and browned, about 40 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking. Remove to a serving bowl and sprinkle with parsley and a drizzle of olive oil on top. Serve hot or at room temperature.

MARINATED CAULIFLOWER AND CARROT SALAD



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This recipe, as is, comes from Taste of Home Best Holiday Recipes, 2008. Preparation time does not include the 8 hours need to marinate!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons water
5 cups cauliflower florets, fresh
1 bay leaf
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/2 cup carrot, shredded
1/4 cup red onion, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • In small saucepan, bring vinegar, oil & water just to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, place cauliflower, bay leaf, garlic & lemon pepper in large heat-proof bowl.
  • Add hot oil mixture to cauliflower mixture, then toss to combine.
  • Cover & refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight, stirring occasionally.
  • Add carrot, onion, parsley & basil, then toss to coat.
  • Cover & refrigerate another 2 hours.
  • Before serving, discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56.3, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 18.5, Carbohydrate 3.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.3, Protein 1

MARINATED VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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This is a wonderful, tangy recipe for marinated veggies. You may substitute small pearl onions for the chopped onion, and add bias sliced celery pieces as well.

Provided by Paula

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

⅔ cup white vinegar
⅔ cup vegetable oil
⅓ cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 cup cauliflower florets
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, whisk together the vinegar, oil, onion, sugar, salt, basil, oregano and garlic powder. Bring mixture to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer 12 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, add the artichoke hearts, broccoli, cauliflower, carrot and mushrooms. Pour the vinegar mixture over all and toss to coat. Cover and chill at least 3 hours. Serve using a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 607 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

ROASTED CARROTS AND CAULIFLOWER WITH THYME



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My whole family loves this dish, even cold! This goes very well with all roasted meats.

Provided by carina

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Roasted

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
1 head cauliflower, trimmed and cut into bite-size florets
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine carrots, cauliflower, olive oil, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper in a roasting pan; cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove foil, stir vegetables, and continue cooking until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes more. Toss vegetables with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 11.7 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 672.9 mg, Sugar 6 g

CUMIN-MARINATED CAULIFLOWER AND CARROT SALAD



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Here's a salad inspired by the flavors of Moroccan cooking! The original recipe was found in the 2000 Pillsbury Classic, Farmer's Market Cookbook. Cooking & preparation does not include the 3 hours needed in the refrigerator to marinate!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 20m

Yield 5 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-size pieces
2 cups baby carrots, cut in half crosswise
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Fill large saucepan with water & bring to boil, then add cauliflower & carrots.
  • Bring back to a boil & cook 2 minutes to blanch, then drain & rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
  • Meanwhile, in medium nonmetal bowl, combine all remaining ingredients, mixing well.
  • Add cauliflower & carrots, tossing to coat.
  • Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving, stirring occasionally & letting veggies marinate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.1, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 387.4, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 6.4, Protein 3.5

MARINATED EGGPLANT WITH GARLIC AND MINT



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Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium eggplant (about 1 pound each)
salt
olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1 Trim the tops and bottoms of the eggplants. Cut the eggplants crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange the slices in a colander, sprinkling each layer with salt. Place the eggplant over a plate to drain for at least 30 minutes. Rinse off the salt with cool water and dry the slices with paper towels. 2 Preheat the oven to 450°F. Brush the eggplant slices with the oil and arrange them oiled-side down in a single layer on cookie sheets. Brush the tops with oil. Bake the slices for 10 minutes. Turn and bake until browned and tender, about 10 minutes more. 3 In a shallow plastic container with a tight-fitting lid, make a layer of the eggplant slices, overlapping them slightly. Sprinkle with vinegar, garlic, mint, and pepper. Repeat the layering until all of the ingredients are used. 4 Cover and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving. These keep well for several days. From "1,000 Italian Recipes." Copyright 2004 by Michele Scicolone. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH GINGER AND MINT



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Serve with our Spice-Rubbed Lamb Chops.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head (about 2 pounds) cauliflower, cut into small florets
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon peeled fresh ginger, minced
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons fresh mint, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Toss cauliflower, garlic, ginger, salt, and oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with pepper. Roast cauliflower until browned and tender, about 30 minutes. Toss with mint and lime juice. Serve immediately, or refrigerate, airtight, up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 7 g, Sodium 193 g

MARINATED CAULIFLOWER SALAD



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I often serve this as an appetizer alongside a meat and cheese tray. But it can also be a side dish. -Stephanie Hase, Lyons, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons water
5 cups fresh cauliflowerets
1 bay leaf
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 medium carrot, shredded
1 small red onion, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring vinegar, oil and water just to a boil., Meanwhile, place next 5 ingredients in a large heatproof bowl. Add hot oil mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 6 hours or overnight, stirring occasionally. , Add carrot, onion, parsley and basil; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours longer. Discard bay leaf. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 67mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED NEW CARROTS, CAULIFLOWER, GRAINS & CARROT-TOP DRESSING



Roasted new carrots, cauliflower, grains & carrot-top dressing image

Try this warm grains salad, featuring carrots, cauliflower and green beans. It uses the whole vegetables - stalks and all - which are just as delicious

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Lunch, Side dish

Time 1h20m

Yield Serves 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cauliflower , cut into florets, leaves cut into small pieces and stalks trimmed and cut into chunks
400g bunch new season carrots with tops, peeled and tops trimmed and reserved for the dressing (see below)
2 tsp cumin seeds
2 tsp honey
3 tbsp rapeseed oil or olive oil
200g spelt or pearl barley
100g green beans , trimmed
carrot tops , see above
2 handfuls parsley leaves
1 handful mint leaves
1 tbsp capers
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
100ml rapeseed oil or olive oil
1 tbsp cider or malt vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 8. Combine the cauliflower (including the leaves and stalks) and carrots in a bowl with the cumin, honey, 2 tbsp of the oil and season with salt. Line a shallow roasting tin with baking parchment, tip in the vegetables and roast for 30 mins, turning them occasionally until caramelised.
  • While the veg are roasting, cook the grains following pack instructions and add the green beans for the last 5 mins. When everything is cooked, drain and toss with the remaining oil and set aside.
  • To make the dressing, tip all the ingredients into a small food processor or mini chopper and blitz to a thick paste. Tip the grains and beans onto a platter with the carrots and cauliflower scattered over, then spoon over the dressing and serve any extra on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:
  • Choose fresh and crisp vegetables: This will ensure that your marinated cauliflower and carrots are flavorful and crunchy.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices: This will add depth of flavor to your marinade. Some good options include mint, cumin, coriander, and chili powder.
  • Let the vegetables marinate for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the vegetables chilled: This will make them even more refreshing and flavorful.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: This will add a pop of color and freshness to your dish.
Conclusion:

Marinated cauliflower and carrots with mint is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a healthy and refreshing side dish, give this recipe a try.

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