Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Grape LeafCauliflower Salata Recipe

Cauliflower Salata Recipe

Inspired by The Grape Leaf
Time30m
Serves4

fried cauliflower, lentils, tahini honey dressing side salad

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Tahini Honey Dressing

Method

Preparing the Cauliflower

  1. 1

    Fry the Cauliflower

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the cauliflower florets. Fry until they are golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

  2. 2

    Season the Cauliflower

    Once the cauliflower is cooked, remove from the heat and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside to cool slightly.

Preparing the Dressing

  1. 3

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine tahini, honey, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, and salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add a little more water to reach the desired consistency.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the fried cauliflower, cooked lentils, and chopped parsley. Toss gently to mix.

  2. 5

    Add Dressing

    Drizzle the tahini honey dressing over the salad mixture. Toss again to ensure everything is well coated with the dressing.

  3. 6

    Serve

    Transfer the salad to a serving platter or bowl. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.

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