Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette is a delectable dish that elevates simple ingredients to extraordinary heights. Featuring golden, caramelized cauliflower florets paired with fresh mixed greens, this salad is drizzled with a sweet and tangy honey mustard vinaigrette. Perfect for any occasion, it promises delightful flavors and stunning presentation that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower (about 1.5 lbs), cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 4 cups mixed greens
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: ¼ cup crumbled feta or ¼ cup toasted nuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread cauliflower florets on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- While roasting, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Once the cauliflower has cooled slightly, combine it with mixed greens in a large bowl. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently.
- Serve immediately, garnished with optional toppings if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, add toasted almonds or walnuts. To boost protein content, consider mixing in roasted chickpeas or grilled chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; reheating is optional.