Fresh low-fat cauliflower salad

28 min
Medio
7 ingredients

Fresh low-fat cauliflower salad

Cauliflower fresh salad is a dish that combines simplicity and flavor, popular in many regions of Latin America. Its origin dates back to culinary traditions that utilize fresh vegetables and light cooking techniques to preserve nutrients and crunchy texture. In countries like Mexico, it is commonly known as "ensalada de coliflor," while in other regions it may be called "cold cauliflower salad" or simply "steamed vegetable salad." This recipe reflects the influence of healthy, low-fat cuisine, ideal for those seeking a balanced diet without sacrificing taste.

In some Latin American countries, cauliflower is used in various preparations, from stews to salads, adapting ingredients according to local availability. The versatility of this vegetable allows the salad to adopt different names and variants, but it always maintains its fresh and nutritious essence.

How to Prepare Low-Fat Fresh Cauliflower Salad

Ingredients: Head of Cauliflower, Red Onion, Green Bell Pepper, Scallions, Fresh Chives, Basmati Rice, Bottled Vinaigrette Dressing.

Steps:

Place the cauliflower in a steamer basket over boiling water.

Cover the pot and steam for approximately 3 minutes, until almost tender.

Refrigerate.

Mix onion, bell pepper, scallions, chives, and cooked basmati rice in a bowl.

Add the cold cauliflower.

Drizzle with dressing and serve cold.

Ensalada fresca de coliflor baja en grasa

Ingredients (7)

  • Cauliflower Head
  • Red Onion
  • Green Bell Pepper
  • Scallions
  • Fresh Chives
  • Basmati Rice
  • Bottled Vinaigrette Dressing

Instructions (11 steps)

  1. 1 Place the cauliflower in a steamer basket over boiling water
  2. 2 Cover the pot and steam for approximately 3 minutes
  3. 3 until almost tender
  4. 4 Refrigerate
  5. 5 Mix onion
  6. 6 bell pepper
  7. 7 scallions
  8. 8 chives
  9. 9 and cooked basmati rice in a bowl
  10. 10 Add the chilled cauliflower
  11. 11 Drizzle with dressing and serve cold