MEXICAN PICKLED CAULIFLOWER SALAD (COLIFLOR ENCURTIDO)

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Keeps a few days in the fridge. Add the cilantro just before serving. Adapted from a recipe on Mexconnect.

Provided by zeldaz51

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large head cauliflower, broken into florets
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup rice vinegar or 1/4 cup other mild white vinegar
1/4-1/2 teaspoon hot red chili pepper flakes (or minced fresh red chile to taste)
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1/2-1 teaspoon ground cumin, to taste
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Blanch cauliflower 3 to 4 minutes in boiling water. Do not overcook, as it should retain some crispness.
  • Drain and immerse in ice water to chill, then drain well.
  • Make dressing by heating remaining ingredients (except cilantro) until the salt dissolves and flavors have begun to meld. Do not boil it.
  • Pour dressing over cauliflower and toss well.
  • Let salad marinate at least one hour, or overnight.
  • Add cilantro just prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.7, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 646.1, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 4.6, Protein 4.3

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