Warm Roasted Cauliflower Salad (Printable version)

Tender roasted cauliflower with bright lemon pine-nut dressing served warm and fresh.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 handful fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

→ Dressing

04 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
05 - 2 tablespoons pine nuts, lightly toasted
06 - 1 lemon, zested and juiced
07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
09 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish (optional)

11 - 2 tablespoons golden raisins or currants
12 - Extra pine nuts, toasted

# How to Make It:

01 - Set oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine cauliflower florets and red onion slices with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the cauliflower is golden and tender and the onions are caramelized.
04 - Whisk remaining olive oil, lemon zest and juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir in toasted pine nuts.
05 - Transfer warm vegetables to a large bowl, add chopped parsley, drizzle with dressing, and toss gently to coat.
06 - Sprinkle with golden raisins and extra toasted pine nuts if desired. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Full of vibrant Mediterranean flavors
  • Nutty, citrusy dressing pairs perfectly with roasted veggies
02 -
  • Pine nuts are a tree nut: check for allergy considerations
  • Use maple syrup instead of honey to keep the salad vegan
03 -
  • Toast pine nuts lightly for extra flavor
  • Add crumbled feta for richness if desired
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