Ingredients
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- 500 g raw riced cauliflower, (if it is from frozen, thaw it and squeeze out any remaining water)
- 4 cups yellow pear tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes), divided (half roasted and half raw)
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil, for drizzling
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1-2 pinches of Smoked Paprika
- 2 English or Persian cucumbers, diced
- 1-2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, feta, or other cheese of choice (omit if vegan)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- salt and pepper to taste
- OPTIONAL - 1/4-1/2 cup green olives, 1 tbsp lemon juice and/or 1/4 cup Keto Quick and Easy Microwave-Fried Onions,
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. convection. Spray a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Place the riced cauliflower on the baking sheet and drizzle it with olive oil (about 1 tbsp). Sprinkle 1 tsp of salt and garlic over the cauliflower and toss to coat. Spread the mixture out evenly and place it in the oven for 20 minutes, stirring at the halfway point.
- While cauliflower is roasting, slice the tomatoes and place them in a bowl. Sprinkle the tomatoes with a little salt, smoked paprika, and pepper. Remove half of the tomatoes and add the green olives to the tomatoes. Once cauliflower has roasted, remove it from the oven and place the tomato/olive mixture over the cauliflower. Turn the oven on "Broil - HI" and broil for about 3-5 minutes or until the tomatoes begin to roast.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped cucumbers, raw tomatoes, lemon juice, basil, 1/4 tsp salt, and several grinds of black pepper. Add the roasted cauliflower, tomato, and olive mixture. Drizzle with some balsamic vinegar and add the crumbled blue cheese. Toss to combine all the ingredients.
- Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve either warm or cold. If using, add fried onions right before serving.
Notes
- omit cheese for vegan option
- feel free to add additional ingredients
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Meals, Salads, Side Dish
- Method: Roasting, Sheet Pan
- Cuisine: American, Plant-based, Summer
- Diet: Vegan
