Description

This creamy cauliflower salad delivers all the satisfaction of a classic potato salad — without the carbs or heaviness. It’s low-carb, lectin-free, dairy-free, and keto-friendly. And no, there’s no mayonnaise involved. Just a few wholesome, gut-friendly ingredients come together to create a nourishing and versatile dish that works beautifully as a light lunch, breakfast, side dish for a festive table, or even a quick dinner.

Ingredients

1 medium head cauliflower
4 pastured eggs, hard-boiled
⅓ cup whole Kalamata olives
2–4 spring onions, finely chopped
1 heaping tablespoon capers, drained and roughly chopped
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Steam the cauliflower: Break the cauliflower into medium florets and steam until just tender, about 6–7 minutes. Be careful not to overcook — you want them al dente, not mushy. Transfer to a large bowl to cool.
Prepare the dressing: In a small blender or using an immersion blender, combine one of the hard-boiled eggs, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar. Blend until creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble the salad: Once the cauliflower has cooled slightly, cut the florets into bite-sized pieces. Roughly chop the remaining three eggs. Add them to the bowl with the cauliflower, along with the chopped spring onions, olives, capers, and dill. Pour the dressing over and gently toss to combine.
Taste and adjust: Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Chill before serving (optional but recommended): For best flavor, chill the salad for 1–2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld. This salad is delicious the next day, so feel free to prep it in advance. Store it in an air-tight glass container in the refrigerator.

Notes

The estimated nutritional values below are based on 4 servings — the amount this recipe yields when served as a side dish. If you’d like to enjoy it as a main meal, simply double the portion. Each larger serving will give you approximately 20g of protein, 26g of carbohydrates (including 10g of dietary fiber), and just 400 calories — making it a nutrient-dense and satisfying option.