Marinated Cauliflower Salad
Marinated Cauliflower Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that bursts with flavor, making it the perfect addition to any meal. This salad is ideal for warm weather gatherings, barbecues, or as a nutritious side dish. Featuring colorful vegetables and a zesty dressing, it not only pleases the palate but also adds a delightful visual appeal to your table. Quick and easy to prepare, you can enjoy this salad as a light main course or serve it alongside grilled proteins for a satisfying meal. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower
- 1/4 cup red apple vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1/3 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan
- 1 2.25oz. can sliced black olives
- 1/2 12oz. jar banana pepper rings
Instructions
- In a jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and grated Parmesan until well combined.
- Chop the cauliflower into small florets and place them in a large mixing bowl with sliced black olives, banana pepper rings, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, and chopped parsley.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is well coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to develop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg