Roasted Cauliflower and Sweet Potato Salad

Roasted cauliflower and sweet potato salad is a delicious way to elevate your salad game. Tender roasted cauliflower florets and sweet potato chunks are tossed with fresh greens, a creamy hummus dressing, plus a tasty vinaigrette, and a sprinkle of black olives for extra flavor. This vibrant and nutritious salad is the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Try it today for a wholesome and satisfying meal.

Roasted Cauliflower and Sweet Potatoe Salad is Deliciously Nutritious

Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable known for its mild and slightly nutty flavor. It’s low in calories and packed with nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber. Sweet potatoes, on the other hand, are root vegetables that offer a sweet and creamy taste. They are rich in beta-carotene, vitamin A, C, and fiber. Both cauliflower and sweet potatoes make excellent additions to a healthy, well-rounded diet.

Layers of Flavor: Creamy Hummus Dressing Plus a Flavorful Vinaigrette

I love when salads are a mix of all sorts of flavors and textures. This delicious salad gets a lot of flavor from a swipe of tasty hummus dressing under the lettuce. Just spread a quarter-inch layer on the plate and then layer on the lettuce, cauliflower, sweet potatoes, and olives. Add a drizzle of the vinaigrette to top it all off.

Place all the ingredients in a high-speed blender and puree until smooth and creamy to make the hummus dressing. Add water to thin to desired consistency. Making the vinaigrette is just as easy. Just add the ingredients to a cup and stir until combined.

For even more variety, try these plant-based salad dressings

Air Fryer Vegetables Makes This Salad Easy!

The air fryer makes this salad a breeze! Toss the cauliflower florets and sweet potato chunks in olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and some crushed red pepper flakes. Air fry at 400 degrees F for 12-15 minutes until golden and tender. Add them to this salad for a deliciously crispy and flavorful twist.

Roasted Cauliflower and Sweet Potato Salad RECIPE

Yield: 4 salads

Roasted Cauliflower and Sweet Potato Salad

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Roasted cauliflower and sweet potato star in this delectable salad. With tender vegetables, fresh greens, and a delightful dressing, this roasted cauliflower and sweet potato salad is a wholesome and satisfying dish for any occasion.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

Roasted Vegetables

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• 1 lb cauliflower florets
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• tiny pinch of nutmeg
• salt and pepper to taste
• pinch of red pepper flakes

Hummus Dressing

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• 1 can garbanzo beans including water
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 garlic clove
• salt to taste
• 1/4 water if needed to thin to desired consistency

Easy Vinaigrette Dressing

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• 2 tablespoons wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon brown mustard
• 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive brine
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 teaspoons maple syrup, optional
• 1 to 2 heads of romaine and/or red leaf lettuce

Instructions

1. Rinse the cauliflower and cut it into florets. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into bite-sized cubes. Toss with the rest of the ingredients to coat and then air fry at 375 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes, until the vegetables are softened and slightly brown.
2. While the vegetables are air frying, make the hummus dressing and vinaigrette.
3. For the hummus dressing, place all the ingredients into a blender or food processor and puree until smooth, adding water until the desired consistency is reached.
4. Whisk together all the ingredients in a cup or jar to make the vinaigrette.
5. Spread a generous layer, about 1/4 in deep or more, of the hummus dressing on the bottom of a flat salad bowl.
6. Rinse and chop the lettuce and arrange it on the hummus dressing layer. Add the roasted vegetables and some black olives.
7. Finally, drizzle the top of the salad with the easy vinaigrette.

Lisa Viger Gotte

Hello! I’m Lisa, a vegan artist, photographer, author, Vegan Life Coach Educator, and RYT 200 yoga teacher. I love showing others how simple and delicious a plant-based diet can be. I draw and paint, cook, write, take lots of pics, eat lots of chocolate, and practice gratitude daily.