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Mediterranean Marinated Cauliflower Salad

Mediterranean Marinated Cauliflower Salad: A Fresh Delight!


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  • Author: Fryish
  • Total Time: 15 minutes (+ optional marinate time)
  • Yield: Serves 6
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Bright, briny, and herb-packed—this no-cook cauliflower salad tastes like summer by the sea.


Ingredients

  • Fresh cauliflower florets
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Mixed Mediterranean olives
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
  • Red onion (diced)
  • Fresh parsley (chopped)
  • Fresh oregano or dill
  • Lemon juice
  • Red wine vinegar
  • Garlic (minced)
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Optional capers or pepperoncini

Instructions

  1. Cut cauliflower into small bite-size florets and add to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Halve cherry tomatoes and finely dice red onion; add to the bowl.
  3. Toss in olives, parsley, and herbs.
  4. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  5. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
  6. Let marinate 10–30 minutes for deeper flavor.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature, tossing once more before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add optional pepperoncini.
  • Marinating the salad enhances the flavors.
  • Best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: No heat
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg