Cauliflower Potato Salad
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Cauliflower Potato Salad
Description
The Cauliflower Potato Salad uses about six cups of roasted cauliflower florets as the base, replacing potatoes commonly used in this type of salad. The cauliflower is cut into bite-size pieces, baked at 425°F for 15 minutes while turning occasionally to roast evenly, then cooled. Meanwhile, a dressing of mayonnaise, prepared mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper is mixed, to which the cooled cauliflower and pickle relish are added. Chopped hard-boiled eggs are folded in, with one sliced as a garnish on top.
By roasting, the cauliflower acquires a gentle golden color and slightly nutty flavor, making the texture more reminiscent of cooked potatoes while maintaining a pleasant bite. The creamy, tangy dressing and relish provide classic potato salad tastes adapted to the cauliflower. This chilled salad works well as a side dish for picnics, barbecues, or potlucks.
Using a whole large cauliflower to yield the required florets is recommended, and cutting florets smaller may cause quicker browning during roasting. Monitoring the roasting process helps avoid over-toasting and maintains a tender yet firm texture.
Ingredients
- 6 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons pickle relish
- 4 egg chopped (reserve one for garnish, hard boiled
Instructions
- Clean and cut cauliflower into bite size florets.
- Place cauliflower on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F degrees for 15 minutes, turning every 5 minutes. Remove from oven and cool.
- Mix mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add cooled cauliflower and relish. Stir in 3 chopped eggs.
- Cover dish and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Slice the remaining egg and top on salad before serving.
Notes
- Use one large cauliflower to yield six cups of florets for this recipe.
- Smaller cauliflower pieces roast faster; watch closely to prevent over-browning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 253kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19g | 112% |
| Cholesterol | 105mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 536mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.