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Spicy Roasted Cauliflower Salad

A vibrant and flavorful salad featuring spicy roasted cauliflower, fresh greens, and a zesty dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Roasted Cauliflower
  • 1 head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Salad Base
  • 4 cups mixed greens such as arugula, spinach, and kale
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled, optional
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Roast the Cauliflower
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and tender, stirring halfway through.
Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese (if using).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
  3. Once the cauliflower is done roasting, let it cool slightly before adding it to the salad.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve
  1. Divide the salad into bowls and serve immediately.
  2. Enjoy your spicy roasted cauliflower salad!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

This salad can be served warm or at room temperature. Feel free to add other vegetables or protein sources like chickpeas or grilled chicken for added nutrition.

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