Curried Cauliflower SaladÂ
Level
Easy
Time
20 Min
Serves
6
Published  August 5, 2026 by Dr. Stephanie Gray, DC
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I’ve been making this salad on repeat this summer. This vibrant Curried Cauliflower Salad is packed with wholesome ingredients and bold, fresh flavours.
Cauliflower florets are tossed with chickpeas, sweet green peas, grated carrots, dried currants, scallions and cilantro. The salad is coated in a simple curried vinaigrette that brings everything together.
Sub raisins if you can’t find dried currants. Shopper’s HINT: dried currants are usually in the baking section of the grocery store.
The combination of ingredients creates a balance of savoury and sweet. This salad makes an excellent side dish to any protein or on its own as a satisfying vegetarian meal.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. This salad holds up well in the fridge for a few days.
This Curried Cauliflower Salad is a little different from the standard green salad. It’s fresh, full of healthy ingredients and takes no time to make. If you’re making it ahead, you can chop the ingredients and mix the dressing separately, then combine just before serving.
It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and plant-based.
If you love salads, check out some of my other salad recipes:
Curried Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas, Mint and Dried Currants
Cucumber Feta & Dill Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette
Chicken Fajita Salad with a Chili Lime Sauce
Big Fall Salad with Roasted Cauliflower Quinoa Kale
Quinoa Salad with Black Beans and Lime
Why you will LOVE this Curried Cauliflower Salad Â
- Easy to Prepare: With simple ingredients and a straightforward preparation process, this cauliflower salad is easy to whip up in no time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings.
- Protein-packed & Filling: Thanks to the chickpeas which are high in plant-based protein and fibre- they will help keep you satisfied.Â
- Sweet + savoury balance: dried currants and curry spices are a dream combo.
- Super fresh & crunchy: loaded with veggies that adds a variety of textures in every bite
- Meal prep friendly- holds up well in the fridge for a few days
- Naturally gluten-free and plant based-Â there is scientific evidence that people that eat more plants are happier!
- Nutrient-Dense: Packed with wholesome ingredients this salad is not only delicious but also nutritious, offering a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.Â
- Perfect for summer- light, vibrant and totally picnic worthy
How to Store Leftover Curried Cauliflower Salad
This salad holds up well in the fridge for 3 days. Store in an airtight glass container.
Do not freeze.
Curried Cauliflower Salad
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 mason jar
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 medium cauliflower; cut into small florets
- 1 large carrot; grated
- 1 cup frozen green peas; thawed
- 1/4 cup scallions (about 3); white and green parts; diced
- 1 can chickpeas (540mL); drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup dried currants
- 1/4 cup cilantro; roughly chopped
For the Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard sub mayonnaise
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 clove garlic; minced
Instructions
- To make the salad, add all the salad ingredients (cauliflower to cilantro) to a large salad bowl.
- To make the dressing, add all the salad dressing ingredients to a mason jar. Secure with a lid and shake to combine.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until dressing evenly covers the salad.
Nutrition
I’m a Doctor of Chiropractic, with a special interest in nutrition. I am passionate about healthy eating and using food to heal thyself. Food should be made in a kitchen not a factory. I believe in eating whole foods, keeping processed foods to a minimum. It is my goal to show you that eating healthy and cooking at home can be simple and very rewarding! All of my recipes are gluten-free. Some are ketogenic or paleo friendly.
