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Mediterranean Marinated Cauliflower Salad Side

Mediterranean Marinated Cauliflower Salad Side

A fresh and zesty cauliflower salad with Mediterranean flavors, perfect as a light side dish or make-ahead option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium cauliflower head cut into florets
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 small cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion sliced
  • 1/3 cup kalamata olives sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Boil salted water and cook cauliflower for 3 minutes.
  2. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  3. Combine cauliflower with tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and olives.
  4. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Toss everything together and mix well.
  6. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overcook cauliflower, keep it slightly firm.
  • Let the salad rest to develop flavor.
  • Adjust lemon and salt before serving.