Cauliflower ‘tabouli’, chickpea and apple salad

Name: Cauliflower Tabouli, Chickpea, and Apple Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 small cauliflower, grated; 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 apple, diced; 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

Try cauliflower tabouli with chickpea and apple salad for a refreshing twist. Finely chopped cauliflower replaces bulgur in this vibrant tabouli salad, combined with chickpeas, crisp apple, and fresh herbs. Tossed in a tangy dressing, it's a nutritious and flavorful dish perfect for lunch or as a side for dinner. Enjoy the crunchy texture and bright flavors of this healthy salad!

1 small cauliflower, cut into small florets 1 large Kanzi or Pink Lady apple 1/3 cup lemon juice 400g can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 large Lebanese cucumber, quartered lengthways and sliced 2 cups flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil Beetroot hummus and flat-bread, to serve

STEP 1 Process cauliflower in a food processor until finely chopped. Place into a large heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling water and stand for 5 minutes. Drain well in a fine meshed sieve.

STEP 2 Place cauliflower onto a tray lined with paper towel. Press with another few sheets of paper towel to remove any excess water.

STEP 3 Chop apple and drizzle with 1 tbs lemon juice. Add apple, chickpeas, cucumber, parsley, oil and remaining ¼ cup lemon juice to cauliflower. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine and serve with beetroot hummus and flat-bread.

Nutritional Facts

Cauliflower: High in fiber and vitamins C and K.
Chickpeas: Provide protein and fiber.
Apples: High in fiber and vitamin C.

Tips and Tricks

Select crisp cauliflower florets and sweet, crunchy apples for a refreshing salad. Substitute chickpeas with white beans or lentils for protein variation.