Description
This Cauliflower Sicilian Salad is a colorful and refreshing Italian-inspired dish with crisp-tender cauliflower, briny olives, sweet peppers, and a zesty vinaigrette — perfect as a light lunch, elegant side, or make-ahead meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 1/2 cup black or Kalamata olives, sliced 1/4 cup capers, rinsed 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Salt and black pepper, to taste For the dressing: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch cauliflower florets for 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender. Drain and transfer to an ice water bath. Drain well. 2. In a large bowl, combine cauliflower, diced peppers, sliced onion, olives, capers, and parsley. 3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified. 4. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. 5. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
• Do not overcook the cauliflower — keep it crisp. • Chill the salad before serving to let the flavors meld. • Use fresh, colorful peppers for a vibrant presentation. • Add toasted pine nuts or almonds for crunch if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blanch
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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