Recipe for Mediterranean Cauliflower & Greens Salad
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 15 minutesminutes
Servings: 2servings
Calories: 187kcal
A flavorful salad featuring spiced cauliflower, salad greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese, and a simple dressing of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
fresh herbs (such as parsley, cilantro, basil or mint)
Instructions
Prepare to cook the cauliflower
Wash cauliflower, and use a knife to slice into ½-inch slabs (flat pieces).
Measure out the required coriander, cinnamon and black pepper for the cauliflower in a small dish. Keep cauliflower and spice mix ready by the stove.
Cook the cauliflower
Heat a large non-stick skillet on medium heat, and add olive oil. Add powdered spices and stir for no more than 30 seconds to release the flavor and aroma into the fat.
Add prepared cauliflower and salt. Toss (or stir) to evenly coat cauliflower with spices, then arrange the cauliflower in an even layer on the skillet. Add 1 tablespoon water, cover, and leave it to cook for 5-10 minutes, until the cauliflower starts to soften, and the first side starts to brown underneath.
Turn each piece of cauliflower individually using a fork or a spatula (or both). Cook until the the second side is nicely browned. If the skillet dries out and the cauliflower starts to get too dark, add a little more water. Cover if needed to soften the cauliflower further. Once the cauliflower is cooked, allow any remaining water to evaporate, and continue cooking just until you have a lightly browned layer. Turn off the heat when the cauliflower is fully cooked. Watch closely throughout the process.
Prepare the salad ingredients
Meanwhile, place washed salad greens in a serving bowl. Chop cucumbers and tomatoes and arrange over the top. Crumble on the feta cheese, then drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar to taste, and sprinkle with a bit of salt and pepper.
Finish the salad
Top with the spiced cauliflower and optional fresh herbs. Enjoy!
Notes
Enjoy Mediterranean Cauliflower Salad as a light meal with warm pita bread. To turn this into a complete and satisfying vegetarian meal, serve with brown rice or wild rice pilaf, and top with nuts. Finish with freshly chopped parsley if you have some.