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Low Carb Roasted Cauliflower Salad Recipe

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

70 minutes

Yield

4
servings

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower (cut into florets)
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
  • 2 bunches watercress (stems removed (or lettuce of choice)
  • 1 cup Gruyère (grated)
  • ⅔ cup walnuts (toasted)

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Serving Size

1½ cup

Carbohydrates

8
g

Protein

15
g

Fat

37
g

Calories

410

Roasted Cauliflower Salad brings a fresh twist to your meals, perfect for a side dish or a light lunch. This low-carb recipe features nicely roasted cauliflower, peppery watercress, and the richness of Gruyère cheese, all coated in a simple vinaigrette. With only 8 grams of carbs per serving, it fits well into a low-carb lifestyle, which can help some individuals manage weight and metabolic health. Whip up this salad for a vibrant addition to your weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Instructions

For the roasted cauliflower:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°.
  2. Toss the cauliflower with 2 Tbsp olive oil to coat and add 1 tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper.
  3. Spread cauliflower onto baking sheet or roasting pan so they form a single layer.
  4. Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes, tossing occasionally, until tender and dark golden.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool 10-15 minutes.

For the dressing:

  1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk the vinegar with remaining salt, pepper, and oil.
  2. For the salad:
    1. In a large salad bowl, toss the watercress, cheese, nuts, and roasted cauliflower.
    2. Toss with dressing until combined.
  3. Enjoy!

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