Cauliflower couscous salad with almond vinaigrette

This recipe is an innovative, light alternative to traditional couscous. By grating the cauliflower, we get a grainy texture that beautifully absorbs flavors, without the carbohydrate load of the grain. The almond vinaigrette adds toasted depth and a subtle creaminess that rounds out the dish. To season the cauliflower and balance the vinaigrette without adding sodium, we will use Bonsalt 0%.

Technical Sheet

• Estimated time: 20 minutes

• Difficulty: ⭐

• Servings: 2 people

Ingredients

• 1 medium cauliflower (fresh and firm)

• 1 cucumber

• 10 cherry tomatoes

• A handful of fresh mint and parsley

• For the almond vinaigrette: 40g of sliced almonds (toasted), 4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, the juice of one lemon, and a teaspoon of wholegrain mustard.

• Seasoning: Bonsalt 0%and freshly ground black pepper.

Step-by-Step Professional Preparation

1. Preparing the "couscous": Wash the cauliflower and remove the leaves. Cut the florets and run them through a coarse grater or pulse them briefly in a food processor until they resemble grains of rice or couscous.

2. Quick cooking (optional): You can use it raw for maximum salad texture, or sauté it in a pan without oil for 3 minutes with a pinch of Bonsalt 0% to take away the raw flavor without softening it.

3. Vegetable prep: Cut the cucumber into small dice and halve the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the fresh herbs (mint and parsley).

4. Making the vinaigrette: In a mortar, lightly crush half of the toasted almonds. Mix them in a bowl with the oil, lemon juice, mustard, pepper, and a generous amount of Bonsalt 0% until emulsified.

5. Assembly: In a large bowl, mix the cauliflower couscous with the cucumber, tomatoes, and herbs.

6. Final touch: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad, stir well, and garnish with the remaining whole sliced almonds on top for a crunchy contrast.

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This Cauliflower couscous salad with almond vinaigrette is a nutritious, refreshing option, perfect for those looking for low-calorie dishes packed with flavor. Go ahead and make it, and enjoy this original combination!