Roast Cauliflower and Spinach Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

Gluten Free
Health score
33%
Roast Cauliflower and Spinach Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
240 min.
6
135kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your salad game? This Roast Cauliflower and Spinach Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette is not just a side dish; it's a delightful experience that will tantalize your taste buds! Perfectly roasted cauliflower florets bring a rich, caramelized flavor that pairs beautifully with the fresh, vibrant baby spinach. The addition of thinly sliced red onion adds a subtle crunch and a hint of sharpness, making every bite a burst of flavor.

What truly sets this salad apart is the luxurious champagne vinaigrette. With just the right balance of tangy champagne vinegar and smooth Dijon mustard, this dressing will have you reaching for seconds. Drizzled over the roasted vegetables and greens, it creates a harmonious blend that is both refreshing and satisfying.

Not only is this salad gluten-free, but it also boasts a low calorie count of just 135 kcal per serving, making it an excellent choice for those looking to indulge without the guilt. Whether you're serving it as an antipasti, a starter, or a light snack, this salad is sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your kitchen. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces baby spinach (two bags)
  • medium heads cauliflower cut into individual florets
  • tablespoons champagne vinegar 
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin 
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika 
  • ounces parmesan shaved (use a sharp vegetable peeler)
  • 0.5  onion red thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat oven to 425°F. In a medium-sized roasting pan, toss the cauliflower with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, kosher salt and paprika. Roast until tender and well caramelized, about 40 minutes.
  2. Remove from oven and cool to room temperature.
  3. Meanwhile, combine champagne vinegar, mustard, remaining olive oil and salt in a sealed container and shake to emulsify. In a large salad bowl, add the roasted cauliflower, spinach and onion.
  4. Add the vinaigrette and toss. Top salad with shaved Parmesan and serve immediately

Nutrition Facts

Calories135kcal
Protein19.24%
Fat71.28%
Carbs9.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.5
Glycemic Load
0.54
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.444347919329%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.36mg
Isorhamnetin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
3.08mg
Myricetin
0.17mg
Quercetin
3.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:135.01kcal
6.75%
Fat:10.96g
16.86%
Saturated Fat:3.34g
20.85%
Carbohydrates:3.28g
1.09%
Net Carbohydrates:1.91g
0.7%
Sugar:0.76g
0.84%
Cholesterol:9.64mg
3.21%
Sodium:680.61mg
29.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.66g
13.32%
Vitamin K:232.93µg
221.84%
Vitamin A:4625.31IU
92.51%
Folate:94.84µg
23.71%
Manganese:0.46mg
22.77%
Calcium:219.35mg
21.94%
Vitamin C:14.15mg
17.15%
Vitamin E:2.06mg
13.72%
Phosphorus:127.95mg
12.8%
Magnesium:46.24mg
11.56%
Iron:1.56mg
8.65%
Potassium:300.72mg
8.59%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.4%
Selenium:4.57µg
6.53%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.1%
Fiber:1.37g
5.47%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.55%
Copper:0.07mg
3.68%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.47%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.83%
Vitamin B3:0.42mg
2.12%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.2%