Cumin-Marinated Cauliflower and Carrot Salad

  • Prep 15 min
  • Total 3 hr 15 min
  • Ingredients 8
  • Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup baby carrots, cut in half crosswise
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Dash ground red pepper (cayenne)

Steps

  • 1
    Fill large saucepan or Dutch oven with water; bring to a boil. Add cauliflower and carrots; cook 2 minutes to blanch. Drain; rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, in medium nonmetal bowl, combine all remaining ingredients; mix well.
  • 3
    Add cauliflower and carrots; toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving, stirring occasionally.

  • The flavors of Moroccan cooking inspired this salad. Carrot salads are popular in Morocco, where parsley, lemon and cumin are common seasonings.
  • Cauliflower belongs to the cruciferous family of vegetables, as does broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cabbage. These vegetables contain anti-oxidants, which may reduce the risk of cancer. Cauliflower is also high in fiber.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1/2 Cup
Calories
100
Calories from Fat
80
Total Fat
9g
14%
Saturated Fat
1g
5%
Cholesterol
0mg
0%
Sodium
150mg
6%
Total Carbohydrate
4g
1%
Dietary Fiber
2g
8%
Sugars
2g
Protein
1g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
80%
80%
Vitamin C
30%
30%
Calcium
0%
0%
Iron
2%
2%
Exchanges:
1 Vegetable; 1 1/2 Fat;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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