Roast Cauliflower Egg Salad Avocado Dressing (Printable)
Vibrant salad with roasted cauliflower, eggs, fresh greens, and tangy avocado dressing.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 4 cups baby spinach or mixed salad greens
04 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
→ Eggs
05 - 4 large eggs
→ Avocado Dressing
06 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
07 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
08 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
10 - 1 garlic clove, minced
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seeds
# How To Cook:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss the cauliflower florets with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once, until golden and tender.
04 - While the cauliflower roasts, place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 8 minutes. Transfer eggs to a bowl of ice water, cool, and peel. Slice into halves or quarters.
05 - In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add a tablespoon of water if needed to thin the dressing.
06 - In a large bowl or platter, arrange spinach or greens, roasted cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion. Top with eggs.
07 - Drizzle with avocado dressing and sprinkle with toasted sunflower seeds if using. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The roasted cauliflower brings a nutty sweetness that pairs perfectly with the tangy avocado dressing
- Its a complete meal in one bowl with protein from eggs, healthy fats, and plenty of greens
02 -
- The cauliflower continues to cook slightly after leaving the oven, so pull it when its just tender
- The avocado dressing thickens as it sits—thin with water or more lemon juice before serving
03 -
- Spread cauliflower in a single layer without overcrowding for the best caramelization
- Taste the dressing before adding salt—the avocado and yogurt already have some saltiness