Roasted Cauliflower Salad & Chicken-Mushroom Stir
This Roasted Cauliflower Salad & Chicken-Mushroom Stir features tender roasted cauliflower and a savory chicken stir-fry, all tossed with a fresh dressing over mixed greens, delivering a balanced and satisfying meal that is full of flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 large head Cauliflower
2 tablespoons Olive oil (for roasting)
1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tablespoon Olive oil (for cooking)
8 oz Cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 Onion, thinly sliced
1 Red bell pepper, sliced
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1-inch piece Ginger, grated
2 tablespoons Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon Sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
4 cups Mixed greens (spinach, arugula, spring mix)
3 tablespoons Olive oil (for dressing)
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
1/4 cup Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
1/4 cup Toasted slivered almonds or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Toss the cauliflower florets with 2 tablespoons olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spread on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), sesame oil, and red pepper flakes
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat and cook the chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside
- Sauté onions for 2-3 minutes, then add mushrooms and red bell pepper, cooking for another 5-7 minutes
- Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute before returning the chicken. Pour the sauce over and toss to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens. In another bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients and toss over the greens
- Divide the greens among bowls, top with roasted cauliflower and chicken-mushroom stir, and garnish with feta and fresh herbs
Notes
For extra texture, do not overcrowd the cauliflower on the baking sheet.