Roast Cauliflower and Egg Salad (Printable)
Golden roasted cauliflower meets creamy eggs and fresh greens in a vibrant bowl topped with tangy avocado dressing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 4 cups baby spinach or mixed salad greens
04 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
→ Eggs
05 - 4 large eggs
→ Avocado Dressing
06 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
07 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
08 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
10 - 1 garlic clove, minced
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seeds (optional)
# How-to Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss the cauliflower florets with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
04 - Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool, then peel and slice into halves or quarters.
05 - Combine avocado, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time if needed to reach desired consistency.
06 - Arrange spinach or greens, roasted cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion on a large platter or in a bowl. Top with prepared eggs.
07 - Drizzle with avocado dressing and sprinkle with toasted sunflower seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Pointers:
01 -
- The creamy avocado dressing makes every bite feel indulgent while keeping things light
- You get that perfect contrast of warm roasted cauliflower and cool fresh greens
- It comes together quickly but looks impressive enough for company
02 -
- Overcrowding the baking sheet will steam the cauliflower instead of roasting it. Work in batches if needed.
- The avocado dressing will brown if made too far ahead. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent oxidation.
03 -
- Room temperature eggs are less likely to crack when boiling, so take them out of the fridge 20 minutes before cooking.
- Taste your dressing before serving and adjust the lemon juice or salt as needed.