Description
A fresh and vibrant roasted cauliflower green goddess salad packed with flavor and nutrients, featuring roasted cauliflower, creamy avocado, and a zesty Green Goddess dressing.
Ingredients
- Cauliflower: One medium head, cut into florets.
- Avocado: One ripe avocado, diced.
- Fresh Parsley: 1/4 cup, chopped.
- Fresh Chives: 1/4 cup, chopped.
- Fresh Dill: 1/4 cup, chopped.
- Lemon: Juice of one lemon.
- Mixed Greens: 4 cups, such as arugula, spinach, or kale.
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons.
- Salt: To taste.
- Black Pepper: To taste.
- Greek Yogurt: 1/2 cup.
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower by cutting it into bite-sized florets and rinsing them under cold water.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
- While the cauliflower is roasting, make the Green Goddess dressing by blending lemon juice, Greek yogurt, and chopped herbs until smooth.
- In a large serving bowl, combine mixed greens, roasted cauliflower, and diced avocado. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
Notes
- Choose firm and heavy cauliflower heads for the best texture.
- Feel free to add proteins like grilled chicken, chickpeas, or tofu for a heartier meal.
- Experiment with alternative dressings like balsamic vinaigrette or honey mustard for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting and Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: roasted cauliflower, green goddess salad, healthy salad, vegetarian recipe