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Grilled Cauliflower Salad

We love this grilled cauliflower salad! Made with baby arugula, grilled corn and toasty cauliflower, it's drizzled in a smashed feta vinaigrette and topped with chopped pistachios. There is lots of flavor, texture and it's super satisfying too!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 2 to 4 people
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 6 cups raw cauliflower florets
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • kosher salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 ears Corn on the Cob
  • 5 ounces baby arugula
smashed feta vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped chives
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • salt and pepper
  • ⅓ cup crumbled Feta cheese
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the grill to high.
  2. Place the cauliflower florets in a bowl and toss them with the olive oil, garlic powder and a big pinch of salt and pepper. Toss until all the florets are covered then transfer to a grill pan.
  3. Place the pan directly on the grill and grill for 15 to 20 minutes, tossing the cauliflower every 5 minutes. You may need to grill slightly less or more based on the size of your florets. Make sure they are golden, toasty and tender!
  4. Place the ears of corn directly on the grill too. Just like the cauliflower, turn it every 4 to 5 minutes, until the corn is charred and golden.
  5. While grilling, place the arugula in a large bowl. Toss with a big pinch of salt and pepper. Make the vinaigrette too.
  6. When the cauliflower and corn is finished, let it cool slightly. Slice the corn off the cob. Add the corn and cauliflower to the arugula and toss. Drizzle with the dressing all over - as much as you wish, but I start with 3 to 4 tablespoons and go from there, tossing the salad as I go.
  7. Sprinkle with the pistachios. Season with more salt and pepper if needed, then serve!
smashed feta vinaigrette
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper, herbs and feta. Use a spoon or whisk to smash some of the feta into the mixture. Whisk the olive oil into the dressing until combined. You can make this ahead of time and store it in the fridge. It will separate but whisking or shaking will bring it back together.