Description
A vibrant salad featuring tender cauliflower, olives, and capers, tossed in a lemony dressing that captures the essence of Sicily.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/2 cup olives, pitted and sliced
- 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Steam or blanch the cauliflower florets in boiling water for 3 to 5 minutes until tender but still crunchy. Drain and cool completely.
- Combine the cooled cauliflower, sliced olives, and capers in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and emulsified.
- Dress the salad by pouring the dressing over the ingredients and gently tossing to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately or let it sit to enhance flavors.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead but wait to mix in the dressing until serving for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Sicilian Cauliflower Salad, vegetarian salad, healthy recipe, Italian salad, summer salad