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Mediterranean Cauliflower Salad

A vibrant and crunchy salad featuring cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese, perfect for gatherings and healthy meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by washing your cauliflower head thoroughly under cold water. Cut it into bite-sized florets.
  2. To keep the crunch intact, steam the florets for about 3-5 minutes until they’re tender but still crisp.
  3. While the cauliflower is steaming, chop your cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Set them aside in a large mixing bowl.
Mixing
  1. Add the steaming florets to the mixing bowl along with Kalamata olives and feta cheese.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until combined. Pour this dressing over the salad mixture.
  3. Gently toss all ingredients until well combined. Make sure every piece of cauliflower is coated in the delicious dressing.
Serving
  1. Taste for seasoning adjustments. Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy the burst of Mediterranean flavors!

Notes

For substitutions, use roasted bell peppers instead of olives for extra sweetness or crumbled goat cheese in place of feta. Let the salad rest for at least 15 minutes before serving to enhance the flavor. Avoid overcooking the cauliflower to maintain a nice crunch. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days without the dressing.