Cauliflower Antipasto Salad

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Lightly steamed cauliflower bites take the place of pasta in this hearty, antipasto-style salad. Make it for a hearty lunch, on a bed of greens, with a crusty bread, or for a cool side dish for a summer barbecue or potluck. Store any leftovers, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Submitted by Bibi
Published on July 10, 2020
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon good-quality balsamic vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts in water, drained

  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

  • ⅓ cup sliced black olives

  • ⅓ cup sliced green olives

  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 2 ounces Genoa salami, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 2 ounces Asiago cheese, diced

  • 3 ounces prosciutto, slices rolled and cut in half

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste

Directions

  1. Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until barely fork-tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Remove to a metal mixing bowl and refrigerate, about 20 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, for the dressing, stir mayonnaise, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, and garlic together in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.

  3. Add artichokes, tomatoes, olives, bell pepper, salami, and Asiago cheese to the cooled cauliflower. Toss with the dressing and place prosciutto rolls around the top.

  4. Refrigerate salad until ready to serve. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Cook's Notes:

Any combination of pitted olives may be used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

272 Calories
23g Fat
9g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 272
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g 30%
Saturated Fat 6g 28%
Cholesterol 28mg 9%
Sodium 889mg 39%
Total Carbohydrate 9g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 43mg 47%
Calcium 73mg 6%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 231mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.