Escape the summer heat with a refreshing chilled salad. This healthy side dish boasts cauliflower, a nutrient-rich cruciferous vegetable, packed with cancer protective compounds like indoles and isothiocyanantes.
CAL/SERV :
50
PREP TIME :
N/A
YIELDS :
6 SERVINGS
COOK TIME:
N/A
INGREDIENTS
1 medium head cauliflower, broken into florets
1/2 cup celery, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
1/4 cup of water
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
Steam cauliflower florets 6 to 7 minutes or until desired tenderness.
In large bowl, combine cauliflower and celery. In small mixing bowl, combine remaining ingredients.
Whisk together to mix well. Pour dressing mixture over vegetable mixture and toss gently to thoroughly coat.
Cover and chill 2 or more hours. Serve chilled.
Nutrition (per serving):
50 calories, 2.5 g total fat (0 g saturated fat), 6 g carbohydrate, 2 g protein, 2 g dietary fiber, 55 mg sodium.
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