Craving a classic egg salad with a healthy twist? Look no further! Our delightful Egg Salad with Cauliflower Puree is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring tender cauliflower puree that adds a creamy, low-carb base to the traditional egg salad filling. This recipe strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious individuals seeking a satisfying meal.
Accompanying this main dish are two additional recipes that elevate your culinary experience. The first is a zesty Lemon-Tahini Dressing, which adds a bright and tangy touch to the egg salad. The second is a simple yet flavorful Roasted Cauliflower Bites recipe, providing crispy and nutritious cauliflower florets as a delightful side dish. These recipes together create a wholesome and delicious meal that will satisfy your taste buds and keep you feeling energized.
CREAMY CAULIFLOWER EGG SALAD
Reminds me of potato salad.
Provided by OMARILYN
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cauliflower
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place cauliflower into a microwave-safe bowl, cover, and cook in microwave oven until tender, about 7 minutes. Uncover and cool for 5 minutes.
- Stir eggs, creamy salad dressing, celery, green onions, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Mix cauliflower into dressing. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 158.9 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 460.1 mg, Sugar 10.2 g
EGG SALAD WITH CAULIFLOWER PUREE
It's quick to put together egg salad. Why not bulk up the serving by using cauliflower puree? (This also works for tuna salad sandwiches). I learned of this trick in Deceptively Delicious by Jessica Seinfield.
Provided by rxchapman
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Hard boil eggs. Let cool, peel and chop up and place in a bowl.
- Meanwhile, steam cauliflower florets until tender. You can puree cauliflower in a food processor or just mash it up with a fork. Add to eggs.
- Add a couple tablespoons of mayonnaise and plain yoghurt until the desired thickness.
- Add green onions to the mix and salt and pepper to taste.
- Add to toasted bread or enjoy a cold sandwich.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 560.9, Sodium 275.2, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2, Protein 19.7
Tips:
- Cauliflower puree adds a creamy texture and additional nutrients to the egg salad.
- Use fresh, hard-boiled eggs for the best flavor and texture.
- Chop the eggs and celery into small pieces for a more even distribution of flavors.
- Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as chives, dill, or parsley, for extra flavor.
- Season the egg salad to taste with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
- Serve the egg salad immediately or chill it for later.
Conclusion:
This egg salad with cauliflower puree is a delicious and healthy twist on a classic recipe. The cauliflower puree adds a creamy texture and additional nutrients, while the egg salad provides a protein-packed and flavorful filling. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and it can also be served as a side dish or appetizer. Whether you're looking for a healthier alternative to traditional egg salad or simply want to try something new, this recipe is sure to please.
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