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Spiced Cauliflower and Quinoa Salad


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  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Yield: 2-4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup of black quinoa
  • 1 small head of cauliflower
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1 red onion
  • 1 bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts
  • 2 cups of arugula
  • salt

For the dressing:

  • 1 tbsp cashew butter (or use almond butter, sunflower seed butter or tahini)
  • 1 lemon, juice
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp mustard
  • salt, pepper


Instructions

  1. Break cauliflower into florets and add to a bowl with vinegar, chili powder, cocoa and salt and toss to coat. Spread cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 200°C/400ºF for 35-45 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile cook quinoa in slightly salted water. Let cool a bit.
  3. For the dressing combine cashew butter, lemon juice, vinegar and mustard. Add a few tablespoons of water if too thick. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Slice red onion, dice bell pepper and chop hazelnuts roughly. Add them to a big bowl with warm cauliflower florets, quinoa and arugula. Pour dressing over the salad and mix well. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Category: Salad, Main
  • Cuisine: Vegan