Cauliflower Potato Salad Recipe
This Cauliflower Potato Salad is a fresh and healthy twist on the classic potato salad. Featuring tender steamed cauliflower mixed with diced hard boiled eggs, crunchy celery, and a creamy dressing of mayonnaise, mustard, and dill relish, this salad is perfect as a side dish for picnics, barbecues, or any casual meal. It’s easy to prepare, nutritious, and bursts with flavor thanks to fresh dill and a tangy vinegar kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Vegetables & Eggs
- 1 large cauliflower head
- 4–6 hard boiled eggs, divided
- 1 medium celery stalk, finely diced
Dressing & Seasonings
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup prepared mustard
- 1/4 cup dill relish
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into bite-size pieces and set them aside to ensure even cooking.
- Steam the cauliflower: Fill a large pot with 1 inch of water and add 1 teaspoon of salt. Heat until the water boils. Reduce heat to medium, add the cauliflower pieces, cover with a lid, and steam for 8-10 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Drain and cool: Drain the pot and transfer the cauliflower to a colander or strainer. Allow it to cool for 10 minutes to prevent wilting and maintain texture.
- Combine ingredients: Transfer the cooled cauliflower to a large mixing bowl. Slice and dice 3 hard boiled eggs and add them to the bowl along with the finely diced celery, dill relish, mayonnaise, mustard, and fresh dill. Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- Season and chill: Add the vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and ground pepper to the salad. Stir to distribute the flavors, then adjust salt and pepper to taste as desired. Cover the bowl and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, sprinkle the salad with paprika for color and garnish it with the remaining sliced hard boiled eggs and a sprig of fresh parsley for an attractive presentation. Enjoy your delicious cauliflower potato salad!
Notes
- Steaming the cauliflower instead of boiling helps keep it tender but firm, preventing it from becoming mushy.
- Adjust the amount of mayonnaise and mustard to your preferred creaminess and tanginess.
- Use fresh dill for the best flavor; dried dill may be added but use about a third of the amount.
- This salad can be prepared a day in advance and kept chilled to deepen the flavors.
- For a lower-fat option, use a light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise.
Keywords: cauliflower salad, potato salad alternative, steamed cauliflower, hard boiled eggs, creamy salad, dill relish salad
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