This low carb Cauliflower Salad with Green Beans recipe can be served warm or chilled and is the perfect side dish for all of your summer cookouts! This recipe had only 6 net carbs per serving!
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I recently made a recipe for Green Bean Potato Salad. It’s an old favorite of mine that’s very similar to what my mom would make when I was growing up. The problem? I love potatoes, and they just refuse to love me back.
Because I have to limit my carb intake, and eat a keto or low carb diet most of the time, I decided to swap in cauliflower instead. I was able to keep the dressing and other ingredients the same and it turned out just as good as the original.
This is definitely a recipe that everyone can enjoy. It can be eaten warm, chilled, or at room temperature so it’s perfect to serve as a side dish during cookouts and barbecues! Just put it out and let your guests dig in!
Why This Recipe Works
- This is a low carb, keto friendly and gluten free recipe that easily accommodates all types of different eating preferences.
- It’s a perfect side dish for summer gatherings because it doesn’t require turning on the oven and takes only 20 minutes to make!
- You can serve this dish warm, chilled, or at room temperature.
How to Make Cauliflower Salad with Green Beans
Prep!
Cut the green beans and cauliflower into bite size pieces.
Tip: use fresh green beans and cauliflower for the best results.
Dice the shallot and mince the garlic.
Create!
Place the green beans and cauliflower in a microwave safe bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of water and microwave on high for 4 minutes. Drain and run cold water over them to stop the cooking process.
To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and stone ground mustard. Stir in the shallots and garlic.
Pour the dressing over the green beans and cauliflower, then toss gently to combine.
Present!
Serve this Cauliflower Salad with Green Beans in a pretty serving bowl or tray.
Tip: be sure to discard any extra Cauliflower Salad if it has sat out for longer than 2 hours.
Tips and Techniques for the Best Cauliflower Salad with Green Beans
- Fresh cauliflower and green beans work best in this recipe.
- Discard Cauliflower Salad that has been sitting out for longer than 2 hours. You can store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
FAQ’s
- Can you make Cauliflower Salad ahead of time? Yes. You can make this salad ahead of time and store it tightly covered in the refrigerator. Use within 3-5 days.
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Cauliflower Salad with Green Beans
Ingredients
- 2 cups green beans * cut into 1" size pieces
- 4 cups cauliflower * cut into bite size pieces
- 1 shallot * diced
- 2 cloves garlic * minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons stone ground mustard
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Place the green beans and cauliflower in a microwave safe bowl with 1 tablespoon of water.
- Cover with plastic wrap, leaving one edge open to went and microwave on high for 4 minutes.
- Drain the vegetables and run cold water over them to stop the cooking process. Place back into the bowl.
- Make the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and stone ground mustard. Stir in the shallots and garlic and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the over the green beans and cauliflower, then toss gently to combine.
- Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
Notes
Tips and Techniques for the Best Cauliflower Salad
- Fresh cauliflower and green beans work best in this recipe.
- Discard Cauliflower Salad that has been sitting out for longer than 2 hours. You can store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
FAQ’s
- Can you make Cauliflower Salad ahead of time? Yes. You can make this salad ahead of time and store it tightly covered in the refrigerator. Use within 3-5 days.
Nutrition
This recipe was originally published on June 4, 2018. It was updated with more thorough instructions, tips, techniques, and FAQ’s in June 2019.
