Cauliflower tabbouleh is a low-carb twist on the classic Middle Eastern parsley salad, where finely riced or grated cauliflower stands in for the traditional bulgur wheat. It keeps the dish's signature bright, herb-forward character while cutting the carbs and adding a veggie boost. It's typically served chilled or at room temperature, and works well as a side dish, a light lunch on its own, or alongside grilled chicken or fish. Cauliflower Supports DetoxificationCauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable. It contains compounds that help support the liver’s natural detoxification pathways, including production of enzymes involved in processing environmental toxins.
Cauliflower is an Excellent Source of Fiber
One cup provides about 2–3 grams of fiber, which helps: Support a healthy gut microbiome, Promote regular bowel movements, Improve blood sugar control, Increase satiety
Cauliflower Helps Regulate Blood Sugar
Because it’s high in fiber and low in digestible carbohydrates, cauliflower has very little impact on blood glucose, making it a good choice for people concerned about insulin resistance or diabetes.
1/2cuplemon juicejuiced or pure organic bottled juice
1/2cupolive oil
1-2clovesgarliccrushed
3/4tspsalt
1/2tspblack pepper
1tbsptahinioptional, but makes a creamy dressing
Instructions
Remove the leaves off your cauliflower, and chop the head in four before placing in your food processor.
Blend until the cauliflower turns into a rough rice, not too small or may become mushy
Mix all salad ingredients including the lemon zest in a bowl, lifting gently and folding so as not to crush the tomatoes.
Dressing
Add dressing ingredients to a jar and shake until well combined, then pour over salad and mix lightly again. If using the tahini, place all of the ingredients into a blender and blend until creamy.
Pour the dressing over salad and mix lightly again.This salad even tastes great the next day.
Notes
The nutritional information is automatically calculated and can vary based on ingredients and products used.
Note: if you are watching your oxalate intake you can reduce the parsley (1 cup) and mint (1/2 cup) (highest in oxalates) and increase the cucumber or cauliflower.
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