Name: Healthy Roasted Cauliflower Green Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients: 1 head organic cauliflower (cut into florets); 1 bunch broccolini (trimmed); 2 bunches organic kale (stems removed, leaves chopped); 2 cups sweet corn (white or yellow kernels, fresh or frozen); 1 cucumber (sliced); 1 Haas avocado (pitted and sliced); 2 jalapeños (sliced); 1/2 cup homemade green goddess dressing (or store-bought); 1 tbsp pure maple syrup; 1 tbsp blackened seasoning; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp sea salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Description

Packed with roasted cauliflower, broccolini, kale, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, this Healthy Roasted Cauliflower Green Salad is a flavor-packed vegetarian dish. Drizzled with a homemade green goddess dressing, this wholesome salad is perfect as a light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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Produce:

1 head organic cauliflower (cut into florets)
1 bunch broccolini (trimmed)
2 bunches organic kale (stems removed, leaves chopped)
2 cups sweet corn (white or yellow kernels, fresh or frozen)
1 cucumber (sliced)
1 Haas avocado (pitted and sliced)
2 jalapeños (sliced)

Condiments:

1/2 cup homemade green goddess dressing (or store-bought)
1 tbsp pure maple syrup

Baking & Spices:

1 tbsp blackened seasoning
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp black pepper

Oils & Vinegars:

4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

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Instructions

Roast the Vegetables:

Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Season the Cauliflower and Broccolini:
- Toss the cauliflower florets and broccolini with 3 tbsp olive oil, blackened seasoning, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Spread them evenly on the baking sheet.
Roast:
- Roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender and lightly browned.

Prepare the Salad Base:

Massage the Kale:
- In a large bowl, drizzle the chopped kale with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Massage the kale for 1–2 minutes to soften it and reduce bitterness.
Add Fresh Ingredients:
- Add the sweet corn, cucumber, avocado slices, and jalapeños to the kale.

Assemble the Salad:

Combine Ingredients:
- Add the roasted cauliflower and broccolini to the salad. Drizzle with the green goddess dressing and toss gently to coat everything evenly.

Serve:

Plate and Garnish:
- Divide the salad among bowls or plates. Drizzle with maple syrup for a touch of sweetness and serve immediately.

Notes

For added crunch, top with roasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds.
Swap green goddess dressing with lemon-tahini dressing for a different flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days, but add avocado just before serving to keep it fresh.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Salad, Side Dish
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: Vegetarian