🥦 Cauliflower & Broccoli Power Salad
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Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
41
Low
Glycemic Load
16
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories355.1 kcal (18%)
Total Fat20.4 g (29%)
Carbs30.4 g (12%)
Sugars5.2 g (6%)
Protein15.4 g (31%)
Sodium369.4 mg (18%)
Fiber10.5 g (38%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
5 servings
1 headbroccoli
small, chopped into small florets
1 headcauliflower
small, chopped into small florets
1can chickpeas
drained and rinsed, or 1.5 cups cooked
1 ¼ cuplentils
cooked, or swap with farro or quinoa
½ cupcarrot
grated, adds fiber + color
¼ cupsunflower seeds
or pumpkin seeds
¼ cupdried cranberries
optional, adds sweetness and fiber
½ cupfeta
crumbled, or diced cheddar, for flavor and protein
2 Tbspnutritional yeast
Dressing
Instructions
Step 1
Steam or blanch the broccoli and cauliflower florets for 1–2 minutes if you prefer them slightly tender. Cool quickly with cold water or ice bath.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, chickpeas, quinoa, carrots, onion, and any optional add-ins.
Step 3
In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
Step 5
Let sit for 30 minutes before serving, or refrigerate overnight for better flavor melding.
Step 6
Store in airtight containers—either one large bowl or divided into 5–6 meal-prep containers.
