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Roasted Cauliflower, Feta, and Orzo Salad
4.6 from 57 votes

Roasted Cauliflower, Feta, and Orzo Salad

This Roasted Cauliflower, Feta, and Orzo Salad combines tender roasted cauliflower florets with cooked orzo pasta, crumbled feta, dried cherries, red onion, and fresh spinach, all tossed in a bright lemon-honey Dijon dressing. The salad balances sweet, tangy, and savory elements with a mix of textures from tender grains, roasted vegetables, and chewy dried fruit.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 386 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Salad:
  • 1 cauliflower broken into small florets (about 5 cups, small head
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2/3 cup dried cherries
  • 4 cups baby spinach
For the Dressing:
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • black pepper to taste, Kosher salt
  • salt to taste, Kosher salt

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. In a bowl, toss the cauliflower with 3 tablespoons of the olive oil, the garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread on a large baking sheet and roast until tender and cauliflower is slightly charred, about 20-25 minutes. Let cool and set aside.
  3. Meanwhile, in a pot of salted boiling water, cook the orzo until al dente. Drain in colander, rinse under cold water, drain well, and toss with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  4. In a large bowl, make the dressing. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked orzo, roasted cauliflower, red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and dried cherries. Toss until well coated with the dressing. Add the spinach and toss one more time. Taste and season with more salt and pepper, if desired. Serve.

Notes

  • This recipe is adapted from Cravings by Chrissy Teigen.

Nutrition Information

Calories 386kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 22mg (7%) Sodium 725mg (30%) Potassium 493mg (10%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 2459IU (49%) Vitamin C 56mg (62%) Calcium 184mg (18%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 386

% Daily Value*

Calories 386kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 22mg 7%
Sodium 725mg 30%
Potassium 493mg 10%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 2459IU 49%
Vitamin C 56mg 62%
Calcium 184mg 18%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.