Description
Spicy roasted blackened cauliflower and veggie salad delivers Mediterranean flavors with bold, smoky charm. Crisp vegetables and charred cauliflower create a delightful plate you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 1 head organic cauliflower
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels
- 1 bunch broccolini
- 2 bunches organic kale
- 2 jalapeños
- 1 organic cucumber
- 1 haas avocado
Oils and Seasonings:
- 4–5 tablespoons (60–75 milliliters) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Dressing:
- Homemade green goddess dressing or bottled version
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400°F and prepare two parchment-lined baking sheets for efficient roasting.
- Coat cauliflower florets thoroughly with olive oil, blackened seasoning, maple syrup, and smoked paprika, ensuring each piece is evenly seasoned.
- Distribute seasoned cauliflower across one baking sheet, spreading pieces to maximize caramelization and prevent overcrowding.
- Toss corn and broccolini with olive oil, salt, and pepper on the second baking sheet, arranging in a single layer.
- Roast both trays simultaneously for 20-25 minutes, rotating midway to achieve uniform golden-brown edges and deep caramelization.
- Remove trays and allow vegetables to cool slightly, developing rich roasted flavors.
- Gently massage kale with lemon juice or olive oil to soften texture and reduce bitterness.
- Construct salad by creating a base layer of tender massaged kale in a large serving bowl.
- Layer roasted cauliflower, corn, and broccolini over kale for a warm, textural foundation.
- Garnish with fresh cucumber, spicy jalapeños, and creamy avocado slices.
- Drizzle generously with green goddess dressing for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Optional: Sprinkle grated Parmesan or crunchy croutons for additional texture and taste.
Notes
- Adjust blackened seasoning intensity by reducing or increasing the amount to match personal spice tolerance.
- Use gluten-free croutons or omit them entirely to make the recipe celiac-friendly.
- For a protein boost, add grilled tofu, chickpeas, or roasted chicken to transform this into a more substantial meal.
- Cut vegetables uniformly to ensure even roasting and prevent burning or uneven cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg