Cauliflower, Rice & Lentil Salad

Cauliflower, Rice & Lentil Salad
  • Author: Anonymous

This vibrant cauliflower salad with fragrant basmati wild rice, hearty puy lentils, and sweet raisins is a delicious medley of flavors and textures. Roasted cauliflower drizzled with smoky paprika adds a rich depth, complemented by a zesty dressing of lemon, mint, and olive oil. Refreshing and satisfying, this salad is perfect for a light meal or as a flavorful side dish to accompany your main course.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 1kg cauliflower
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 300g basmati wild rice mix
  • 300g puy lentils
  • 300g raisins
  • large handful roughly chopped parsley
  • large handful mint leaves, chopped
  • zest and juice 2 lemons
  • 8 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp white wine vinegar

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Break the cauliflower into florets, drizzle with oil and toss with the paprika. Spread out in a roasting tin and roast for 40 mins until just tender. Allow to cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, rinse the rice and lentils, then put them in a saucepan with twice their volume of water. Cover and bring to the boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 25-30 mins. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • To make the dressing, whisk together all the ingredients. Season and pour over the rice mixture while slightly warm, then stir in the cauliflower, raisins and parsley.

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Cook Time

40M

Prep Time

PT20M

Yield

Serves 12

Nutrition

  • Calories: 344 calories
  • Fat Content: 11 grams fat
  • Saturated Fat Content: 2 grams saturated fat
  • Carbohydrate Content: 49 grams carbohydrates
  • Sugar Content: 19 grams sugar
  • Fiber Content: 5 grams fiber
  • Protein Content: 12 grams protein
  • Sodium Content: 0.1 milligram of sodium