Description
A creamy and tangy cauliflower salad featuring tender steamed cauliflower, boiled eggs, and a flavorful dressing with mayonnaise, mustard, and pickle relish. This refreshing salad is perfect as a cold side dish or a light meal, enhanced by optional garnishes of sliced eggs and parsley.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, steamed or boiled until tender, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 6 boiled eggs (yolks mashed, whites chopped)
Dressing
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise or Miracle Whip (regular)
- 3 tablespoons mustard
- 3 tablespoons pickle relish
- 1/8 cup chopped onion (or more, if desired)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- Sliced boiled eggs
- Parsley
Instructions
- Prepare Cauliflower: Steam or boil the cauliflower florets until they are tender but still hold their shape. Drain well and allow to cool completely to avoid sogginess in the salad.
- Cook and Prepare Eggs: Boil the eggs until hard-cooked. Peel them, then separate the yolks from the whites. Mash the yolks smoothly and chop the whites into small pieces.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the cooled cauliflower pieces, mashed egg yolks, chopped egg whites, mayonnaise, mustard, pickle relish, and chopped onion until well combined.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the amount of mayonnaise and mustard to achieve your desired dressing consistency and flavor balance.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving dish. Garnish with sliced boiled eggs and fresh parsley if desired for added visual appeal and taste.
- Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully. Serve cold for best flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the cauliflower is drained and cooled well to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- You can substitute mayonnaise with a lighter version or Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- Adjust the amount of pickle relish and mustard according to your taste preference for tanginess.
- Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Optional garnishes like sliced boiled eggs and parsley add both flavor and visual appeal.