Arugula Salad with Roasted Cauliflower, Orange, and Green Olives

This dish supports balanced everyday eating with simple ingredients.
It offers steady energy while remaining light but satisfying.
Arugula brings a fresh, peppery base with natural nourishment.
Roasted cauliflower adds depth and texture without heaviness.
Orange and olives provide brightness and balance to the dish.
Ideal for maintaining a steady plant-forward lifestyle.

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Arugula Salad with Roasted Cauliflower, Orange, and Green Olives

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Arugula salad with roasted cauliflower, orange, and green olives. A simple plant-forward dish with fresh flavor and balance.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 3

Course: Appetizer, Salad

Cuisine: American

Calories: 165

Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 1 small cauliflower cut into florets
• 3 cups arugula
• 1 orange peeled and segmented
• 1/2 cup green olives
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

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Cooking Instructions

 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place cauliflower on a baking sheet.
3. Drizzle with olive oil, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
4. Toss to coat evenly.
5. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and golden.
6. Let cauliflower cool slightly.
7. Place arugula in a large bowl.
8. Add roasted cauliflower, orange segments, and olives.
9. Toss gently to combine.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 385mgPotassium: 444mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 899IUVitamin C: 73mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 1mg

Notes

• Roast cauliflower until lightly caramelized for best flavor
• Use fresh orange for natural sweetness
• Add lemon juice for extra brightness if desired

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