I've always been a little perplexed by raw food restaurants. And entire menu made up of food that isn't cooked? Really? And so I was somewhat mystified, but also intrigued when I saw this recipe, labeled Raw Cauliflower Couscous over at the Tasty Kitchen site. The first step in this salad recipe calls for grating the cauliflower, which I had never done. Let me tell you, it gives the cauliflower a really cool texture - light and fluffy, but with a crunch. What really caught my eye were the kalamata olives, capers (give me some brine, baby!) and sun dried tomatoes. Now we're talking!
As you might guess from the whole "no cook" method discussion, this salad comes together in a matter of minutes. Just set to work chopping your vegetables, squeeze in some lemon juice, pour in a little olive oil and toss it all together. This salad was truly an unexpected treat, and one that just might change the minds of any cauliflower naysayers.
Now I'm thinking that raw food restaurants might be worth a second look.
Find the recipe and step-by-step photos at the Tasty Kitchen blog. The brilliance of this salad is attributed to Sally of The Spontaneous Hausfrau.
Here is the nutritional information for the recipe: Calories 134 / Total Fat 10.9g / Saturated Fat 1.4g / Cholesterol 0mg / Sodium 501.9mg / Total Carbohydrates 9.1g / Fiber 3.3g / Sugars 2.0g / Protein 2.4g / WW (Old Points) 3 / WW (Points+) 4
Leanne @ healthful pursuit
I make cauliflower based dishes daily instead of having rice and I always just pulse it in the food processor! Such a pain, so much mess. I will definitely be trying the grating trick. So brilliant!
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction
What a good idea to grate the cauliflower!
kirsten@FarmFreshFeasts
How clever to grate a cauliflower. I've started shredding my squash, and I've seen shredded Brussel sprouts, but it never occurred to me to grate a cauliflower. Intriguing . . .
Thanks for the new thoughts!
Carla @ Carlas Confections
LOVE the raw idea, and how fun to grate the cauliflower! So genius!
Kari@Loaves n Dishes
This salad is delish and I love it the way it is. Now, don't hate me cuz I know this is a raw food deal; but I think that it would be awesome to throw in a pasta salad!
Laura (Tutti Dolci)
I"m all about salads with a crunch. This looks so good, Dara!
Bev @ Bev Cooks
Oh now THIS is gonna happen.
Kate@Diethood
So pretty!
I have yet to find a raw food restaurant... we out here in Indian-errr are kinda missin' out on the whole raw food movement. Where are mah grits?! 😉
Liz @ The Lemon Bowl
So glad you introduced me to The Spontaneous Hausrau - love the recipes!! Can't wait to try this delicious salad -perfect for Winter.
Sprigs of Rosemary
Of, this is a most intriguing salad, Dara! Grating the cauliflower is genius. I love cauliflower (although roasted is still my favorite) but I like to eat it raw, too. With the olives and capers, it's near exotic. Sold! Pinned! Thanks!