Best 9 Cauliflower Potato Salad Recipes

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**Cauliflower Potato Salad: A Delightful Medley of Flavors and Textures**

Cauliflower potato salad is a unique and flavorful dish that combines the best of both worlds: the hearty texture of potatoes with the light and airy crunch of cauliflower. This delectable salad is a perfect side dish for summer cookouts, potlucks, or any gathering where a refreshing and satisfying dish is desired. In this article, we present three variations of cauliflower potato salad, each offering a distinct taste experience:

1. **Classic Cauliflower Potato Salad:** This traditional recipe features a combination of cooked potatoes and cauliflower florets, bound together with a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing. Tangy Dijon mustard, sweet pickle relish, and chopped hard-boiled eggs add layers of flavor and texture, resulting in a classic salad that is both familiar and comforting.

2. **Roasted Cauliflower Potato Salad:** For a smoky and caramelized twist, try this roasted cauliflower potato salad. Roasted cauliflower and potatoes bring a depth of flavor, while a tangy dressing made with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and fresh herbs provides a lighter and brighter contrast.

3. **Curried Cauliflower Potato Salad:** If you're looking for an exotic and flavorful salad, this curried cauliflower potato salad is sure to delight your taste buds. A blend of curry powder, cumin, and coriander adds warmth and spice to the creamy dressing, while chopped cashews and raisins add a touch of sweetness and crunch.

Whether you prefer a classic, roasted, or curried variation, these cauliflower potato salad recipes offer a versatile and delicious side dish that is sure to impress. With their vibrant colors, contrasting textures, and harmonious flavors, these salads are a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CAULIFLOWER "POTATO" SALAD



Cauliflower

Loaded with bacon, pickles, and dill, this cauliflower salad is better than potato salad.

Provided by bug

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cauliflower

Time 2h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
6 slices bacon
2 hard-boiled eggs, diced
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
⅓ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup chopped red onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until tender-crisp, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Place cauliflower into a large mixing bowl and place in the refrigerator to chill for 2 hours.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
  • Add bacon, eggs, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, onion, dill, mustard, salt, and pepper to the bowl of cauliflower and stir well to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 97.5 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 638.9 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

CURRIED CAULIFLOWER AND POTATO SALAD



Curried Cauliflower and Potato Salad image

Serve this smoky curried salad with sliced chicken or sandwiches.

Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     HarperCollins     Salad     Side     Summer     Cauliflower     Potato     Cilantro     Spice     Celery     Curry     Backyard BBQ

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups roasted cauliflower florets
3 cups roasted Red Bliss potatoes
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 tablespoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup diced roasted red bell peppers
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1/2 small red onion, julienned
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup finely sliced green onions (white and light green parts), for garnish

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop the cauliflower and potatoes into 1/2-inch chunks and set aside.
  • In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and fennel seeds until fragrant, shaking the pan frequently, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer them to a spice grinder and pulse until ground to a fine powder, then pour them into a small dish and mix in the curry powder and cayenne.
  • Set aside about 1 tablespoon each of the bell peppers and cilantro for garnish and place the rest in a large bowl. Add the mayonnaise, yogurt, red onion, celery, lemon juice and zest, reserved spices, and salt and black pepper to taste. Stir until smooth. Add the cauliflower and potatoes and mix well to coat evenly.
  • Transfer the salad to a large serving bowl. Garnish with the green onions and the reserved cilantro and bell peppers. Serve.

POTATO, PEA, AND EGG SALAD WITH SOME SNEAKY CAULIFLOWER



Potato, Pea, and Egg Salad with Some Sneaky Cauliflower image

Potatoes, peas, and eggs in a classic salad dressing. Sneaking in a little cauliflower improves the nutrition without changing the taste. The firm potatoes camouflage the cauliflower from those who would balk at eating vegetables! Blanching the cauliflower and peas also helps preserve their nutrients.

Provided by Whitney Price

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cauliflower

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 eggs
6 large red potatoes, cubed
¾ cup fresh peas
½ small head cauliflower, broken into very small florets
1 cup soy salad dressing (such as Vegenaise®)
3 green onions, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 15 minutes. Remove eggs from hot water; cool under cold running water, about 5 minutes.
  • Place potatoes into a large pot, cover with salted water, and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender but still firm, about 10 minutes. Remove potatoes with a slotted spoon, reserving hot potato water; place potatoes into a bowl to cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.
  • Place peas and cauliflower florets in a metal strainer; place strainer into the hot potato water to blanch vegetables, about 3 minutes. Drain; allow to cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
  • Peel and chop eggs; place into bowl with potatoes. Place peas, cauliflower, salad dressing, green onions, Dijon mustard, parsley, and pickle relish; stir to coat all ingredients evenly with dressing. Season with salt and pepper; chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.5 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 254.1 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CAULIFLOWER SALAD MADE LIKE POTATO SALAD (LOW CARB)



Cauliflower Salad Made Like Potato Salad (Low Carb) image

Cauliflower makes a great substitute for potato for low carb. This recipe is adapted from Paula Deen's potato salad recipe, and tastes best after being chilled for a few hours.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Pork

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 whole cauliflower, steamed and florets chopped into chunks
6 slices turkey bacon or 6 slices smoked bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
4 -5 scallions, chopped
1/2 cup finely diced celery
4 hardboiled egg, peeled and chopped
1/3 cup regular mayonnaise
1/3 cup low-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon creole mustard
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients and chill before serving.

ATKINS CAULIFLOWER POTATO SALAD



Atkins Cauliflower Potato Salad image

I had heard about cauliflower being used as a substitute for potatoes , but had never tried it. I came across it on the low carb cooking, was liked by all.

Provided by DotM7037

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head cauliflower (broken into small florets)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 packets sugar substitute
1/2 teaspoon dried mustard
3 green onions
1 finely chopped jalapeno peppers or 2 tablespoons chopped green bell peppers
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook cauliflower in a large pot of boiling water 10 minsutes or until tender.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, sugar substitute and mustard.
  • Add cauliflower, green onions and pepper.
  • Mix well until vegetables are evenly coated with dressing.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Chill 30 mins.

GLUTEN FREE "POTATO" SALAD WITH CAULIFLOWER



Gluten Free

This healthier potato salad is perfect for picnics and barbecues. Replacing potato with cauliflower is a trick that I learned from the "low-carbers." And it is a good one! http://www.elanaspantry.com/no-potato-salad/

Provided by Elanas Pantry

Categories     Free Of...

Time 15m

Yield 1 salad, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head cauliflower
2 stalks celery, diced
1 small onion, finely chopped (about 3-4 tablespoons)
1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
2 eggs, hard boiled and diced
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, veganaisse
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon celtic sea salt

Steps:

  • Chop cauliflower into small florets (½ inch).
  • Steam cauliflower on the stove until fork-tender, not more or a stronger "cauliflower" smell develops.
  • Allow cauliflower to cool then place in a large bowl.
  • Add celery, onion, parsley and egg.
  • Stir in veganaisse, mustard and salt.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.8, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 427.9, Carbohydrate 10.5, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 4.9, Protein 6.5

CAULIFLOWER POTATO SALAD



Cauliflower Potato Salad image

Low-carb mock potato salad. Chill several hours or overnight before serving for best flavor.

Provided by Tami Gerrard

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cauliflower

Time 2h13m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 red potatoes
1 (2 pound) head cauliflower, cut into small florets
6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 eggs
¼ cup stevia powder
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
¼ cup butter
1 cup olive oil mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large pot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until easily pierced with a fork, about 15 minutes. Drain. Let cool until easily handled, about 15 minutes. Peel and dice. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Fill a saucepan 2/3 of the way with water and bring to a boil. Add cauliflower florets; cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain in a colander and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain well. Blot with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  • Place potatoes, cauliflower, hard-boiled eggs, green onions, celery, and black pepper in a large bowl; toss to combine.
  • Whisk eggs, stevia, and cornstarch together in a saucepan. Stir in evaporated milk, apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, and mustard. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until dressing thickens, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter. Refrigerate until cool, about 30 minutes.
  • Fold mayonnaise into dressing. Stir into potato mixture gently until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 235.8 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 431.3 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

MOCK POTATO SALAD (CAULIFLOWER)



Mock Potato Salad (Cauliflower) image

Low carb potato salad made with cauliflower instead of potatoes. You cannot even tell it's not real potato salad. I actually prefer it over regular potato salad.

Provided by Marianne Gleason

Categories     Potato Salads

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 heads cauliflower, chop florets into 1/2 inch pieces
1 c mayonnaise
1 1/2 tsp yellow mustard
salt and pepper, to taste
1/3 c dill pickle, chopped
1/2 of a small red onion, diced small
2 Tbsp dill pickle juice
7 hard boiled eggs
1/2 c celery, diced

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pot, place 2 inches of water and 1 1/2 tsp. salt and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add the cauliflower and cook until tender, approx. 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  • 2. In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, pickle juice, salt and pepper.
  • 3. Chop 5 of the hard boiled eggs and add to the cauliflower. Save 2 of the eggs to slice and put on top of the salad.
  • 4. Add celery, red onion and pickle to the cauliflower. Add mayonnaise mixture to cauliflower and mix until all of the cauliflower is coated.
  • 5. Add sliced egg to top of salad and serve, or refrigerate until later.

LOW-CARB CAULIFLOWER MOCK POTATO SALAD



Low-Carb Cauliflower Mock Potato Salad image

Need to cut a few carbs? This low-carb cauliflower salad substitutes cauliflower bites for potatoes. All the flavors you love in potato salad are here, minus a few carbs, plus more fiber! Garnish with additional crumbled bacon and fresh parsley if desired.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cauliflower

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 quarts water
2 tablespoons salt
1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup thinly sliced celery
3 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
4 tablespoons minced onion
3 tablespoons minced sweet pickles
1 teaspoon spicy mustard, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon ground turmeric
2 hard-boiled eggs, diced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water and salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Add cauliflower; bring back to a boil. Cook for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and drain.
  • Spread cauliflower pieces onto a metal tray and freeze until cool, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, celery, bacon, onion, pickles, mustard, and turmeric in a large bowl. Add cooled cauliflower and eggs; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 2000.7 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp vegetables.
  • Don't overcook the potatoes, or they will become mushy.
  • Use a light hand when seasoning the salad, as the flavors will develop over time.
  • If you are using a pre-made mayonnaise, be sure to taste it before adding it to the salad, as some brands can be quite sour.
  • For a creamier dressing, use sour cream or Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
  • Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, dill, or chives, to the salad for extra flavor.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for a few hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower potato salad is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish, main course, or appetizer. It is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy your favorite vegetables. With so many variations to choose from, there is sure to be a cauliflower potato salad recipe that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy your vegetables, give cauliflower potato salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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