Description
This Grilled Cauliflower Salad is a perfect blend of smoky, charred flavors and fresh, crisp textures. Featuring grilled cauliflower florets and corn, peppery arugula, and a tangy smashed feta vinaigrette, this salad is a delightful summer dish that’s both healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups raw cauliflower florets
- 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 ears corn on the cob
- 5 ounces baby arugula
- Pistachios (for garnish)
Smashed Feta Vinaigrette:
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped chives
- 2 teaspoons honey
- Salt and pepper
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to high temperature.
- Prepare the cauliflower: In a bowl, toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Transfer to a grill pan.
- Grill the vegetables: Place the grill pan with cauliflower directly on the grill. Grill for 15-20 minutes, tossing every 5 minutes until golden and tender. Simultaneously, place corn ears directly on the grill, turning every 4-5 minutes until charred and golden.
- Prepare the base: While grilling, place arugula in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- Make the vinaigrette: In a separate bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper, herbs, and feta. Smash some feta into the mixture, then whisk in olive oil until combined.
- Assemble the salad: Allow grilled vegetables to cool slightly. Slice corn off the cob. Add corn and cauliflower to the arugula and toss. Drizzle with vinaigrette, starting with 3-4 tablespoons and adding more as needed.
- Finish and serve: Sprinkle with pistachios, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try marinating the cauliflower in the olive oil and spices for 30 minutes before grilling.
- The vinaigrette can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Shake or whisk before using.
- For a vegan option, replace feta with a plant-based alternative or omit and adjust seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
