Cauliflower Low Cal Layer Salad Recipes

BROCCOLI-CAULIFLOWER SALAD

Steps:

• Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Crumble and set aside.
• In a medium sized salad bowl, layer in order the broccoli, cauliflower, eggs, cheese and bacon.
• Prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Drizzle dressing over top and serve.

ITALIAN ROASTED CAULIFLOWER SALAD

Steps:

• Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easier cleanup, if desired. Pull the leaves off of the cauliflower base. Cut off the lower part of the stem.
• Cut the head of cauliflower into four quarters.
• Slice each quarter into 6-8 pieces. You want as many flat surfaces as possible on each floret-- the flat surfaces caramelize best. Caramelization is the key to giving the roasted cauliflower flavor-- those golden, sugary juices take this veggie from good to amazing.
• Give all the florets a thorough rinse in a colander. Shake them dry.
• Place the florets in a large bowl and drizzle them with 1 tbsp olive oil. Add the minced garlic florets to the bowl. Toss the cauliflower florets till they're coated with olive oil and minced garlic.
• Spread the florets out in an even layer on the baking sheet. Reserve any small bits of cauliflower that have fallen away from the florets in a small bowl. Sprinkle the cauliflower florets lightly with pepper.Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and let the cauliflower roast for 10 minutes. While cauliflower is roasting, prep your other ingredients-- chop the parsley, juice the lemon, etc.
• After 10 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Use tongs to turn over the florets, making sure that the florets with flat surfaces are pressed directly against the baking sheet. This will enhance caramelization. Sprinkle the reserved cauliflower bits onto the baking sheet. Return the baking sheet to the oven. Let the cauliflower roast for 10-20 minutes longer till tender. When it's ready you will be able to pierce it easily with a fork.Remove the cauliflower from the oven. Spread it out on a large plate or platter and allow to cool.
• Throw the room temperature cauliflower into a salad bowl along with the remaining 3 tbsp of olive oil, parsley, chopped olives, capers, lemon juice and red pepper flakes. The red pepper flakes are very spicy, add with care.
• Toss gently to combine all ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste (I didn't add any salt because the olives and capers are salty, but some might like a touch of salt added to this dish). You can also add more olive oil to taste, if desired.
• Serve salad at room temperature. Italians like to serve this salad with warm freshly baked bread and copious amounts of olive oil. Served on its own the way I've described here, it is gluten free, low carb, and heart healthy.

OVERNIGHT LETTUCE SALAD - 7 LAYER SALAD WITH CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Chop the lettuce into bite sized pieces and spread acorss a large low profile bowl or 13X9 pan.
• Chop the head of cauliflower into small pieces and finely dice up the celery. Spread over the lettuce.
• Spread the mayonnaise over the lettuce, califlower, and celery.
• Cut the green onions and spread over the mayonnaise. Then spread the fried crumbled bacon over the green onions.
• Sprinkle the parmesan cheese over the entire salad.
• If adding sugar, sprinkle over teh parmesan cheese.
• Cover and refrigerate overnight or for 8 hours.
• Before serving, toss ensuring the mayonnaise is well coated over the entire salad.

HEALTHY CAULIFLOWER SALAD

Steps:

• Mix all the ingredients.
• Chill before serving.

CAULIFLOWER LETTUCE SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, layer lettuce, cauliflower, bacon, onion, sugar and cheese. Spread mayonnaise over the top; do not toss. Cover and chill for 2 hours or overnight. Toss just before serving.

LAYERED CAULIFLOWER SALAD

Steps:

• In an oblong (13x10) dish, layer first lettuce then cauliflower.
• Spread mayonnaise over cauliflower, then make a layer of chopped onion.
• Spread bacon over the onion, then make a layer of Parmesan cheese.
• Last, spread the sugar over the cheese.
• Refrigerate overnight, then toss before serving.

CAULIFLOWER LETTUCE SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, layer lettuce, cauliflower, bacon, onion, sugar and cheese. Spread mayonnaise over the top; do not toss. Cover and chill for 2 hours or overnight. Toss just before serving.