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    Home » Veggies

    Sep 15, 2022 Modified: Sep 15, 2022by Lyn Corinne Liner This post may contain affiliate links.

    Creamy Cajun Cauliflower Salad

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    A light and airy version of the original, my creamy Cajun cauliflower salad satisfies with authentic south Louisiana tastes and textures, y'all. Steamed florets, cooled then tossed with boiled egg, Cajun trinity veggies, and a mess of pantry sauces, spices, and seasonings. Served warm or customarily chilled, this super easy side or gumbo topping is a welcome sight for those living life on the lower carb side. Yep and yay...

    A round white bowl filled with freshly made Creamy Cajun Cauliflower 'Potato' Salad.

    We Eat It All Year Long Down Here, Y'all...

    It's September again, y'all. Which means cooler south Louisiana temperatures, lowered humidity, and potato salad bowls being moved from the side of grilled dishes to the tops of piping hot gumbos. Yep. 

    Well, I'm thinking ahead this year. And, planning on serving this lighter, mock potato salad version right alongside the traditional one. Cause while Cajun potato salad is one of my top 10 favorite foods, sometimes a refreshing, cruciferous vegetable change is also just as good.

    Full of all of the flavors and textures of the original dish, this creamy Cajun cauliflower salad is just as easy to whip together. And, equally as tasty if you're one of those people who love all things cauliflower. Oh, and you can also prep all or some of the ingredients ahead of time. So, this recipe is definitely for you if you want a light, easy dish that's full of flavor and easy to piece together in just a few minutes here and there throughout your busy schedule. 

    A closeup of Creamy Cajun Cauliflower Potato Salad in around white bowl with a saucer and white napkin on a dark brown background.

    How to Make Creamy Cajun Cauliflower Salad

    Start by chopping the florets, Cajun trinity veggies, and parsley. Then, gather the remaining ingredients. 

    Raw cauliflower florets, eggs, and seasonings and spices in small bowls against a brown background.

    Bring a few inches of water to boil. Then, add the florets. 

    Raw cauliflower florets in boiling water on the stove.

    Cover the lid about ¾ of the way, leaving just enough room for the steam to escape. 

    A pot with a clear lid positioned about ¾ of the way closed over it.

    Then, drain the fork-tender florets.

    Drained steamed cauliflower florets in a vintage stainless steel colander.

    Now, add the florets to the remaining ingredients in a large bowl. 

    Salad ingredients in a vintage white Pyrex bowl.

    Finally, stir until all of the ingredients are combined. Then, use a potato masher to mash roughly half of the salad, if desired. 

    A potato masher mashing half of Creamy Cajun Cauliflower 'Potato' Salad.

    And that's it, y'all!!

    The first thing that you notice about this creamy Cajun cauliflower salad is its beautiful presentation. Next, as you take your first bite, you're reminded immediately of its potato salad cousin.

    Then, you begin to savor all of the individual components in the dish. And, you start to realize that you can literally serve this alongside sooo many dishes throughout the year. Yep. So much so that like me, you'll likely remember to make this one again and again and again.

    Share this creamy Cajun cauliflower salad with those who bring unexpectedly new and welcome refreshment into your life. Much food love, and see y'all on the yum side...

    A round white bowl filled with freshly made Creamy Cajun Cauliflower 'Potato' Salad.

    Vary your taste and texture experience by swapping out Cajun Potato Salad for this dish throughout the seasons.

    A round white bowl filled with freshly made Creamy Cajun Cauliflower 'Potato' Salad.

    Creamy Cajun Cauliflower Salad

    All of the flavors of Cajun potato salad in a hearty, satisfying creamy cauliflower salad that goes just as great with BBQ as it does with south Louisiana gumbos and stews.
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Cajun
    Keyword: cajun cauliflower salad, cauliflower mock potato salad, cauliflower potato salad, cauliflower salad, creamy cauliflower salad
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: Lyn Corinne Liner

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups raw cauliflower florets, about one medium head, see notes
    • 2 chopped hard-boiled eggs
    • 2 tablespoons each chopped onion, green bell pepper, celery, and roasted red peppers or pimentos
    • 1 tablespoon chopped kosher dill pickles or pickle relish
    • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
    • ¼ teaspoon dried paprika
    • ¼ cup mayonnaise
    • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
    • ½ teaspoon Zatarain's Creole mustard
    • 2 tablespoons gluten free ranch dressing
    • salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste
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    Instructions

    • Boil about 4 inches of water in a large pot.
    • When boiling, add the raw cauliflower florets.
    • Cover the pot about ¾ of the way with a clear lid, see post. (Do not leave the pot unattended after this step.)
    • Steam the cauliflower florets for about 5 to 9 minutes, or until desired tenderness. Stick a fork into some of the florets every minute after the 4-minute mark to ensure that they reach the exact consistency that you would like for the salad.
    • Drain the cauliflower florets, and let them cool for about 10 minutes.
    • When cooled, pour the florets into the bottom of a large bowl with a fitted lid.
    • Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl.
    • Stir until well-combined.
    • Enjoy warm or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours for the classic, cooled salad side or topping.

    Notes

    This recipe keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 days. It does not freeze well.
    This post was originally published on April 14, 2016 and updated and republished on September 15, 2022. 
    This is a very subjective texture-specific recipe. I like a little crunch left on my florets, whereas my husband only likes it when the florets are falling apart tender. So, if want really soft, mashed potato-like cauliflower florets, you might want to try this recipe with steamed frozen florets instead of raw ones. 
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    The information shown is an estimate provided by a third-party, online computer-generated nutrition calculator, not a registered dietitian or certified nutritionist. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods and individual portion sizes, along with other factors.

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    Creamy Cajun Cauliflower Salad is a lighter version of traditional south Louisiana potato salad. https://asprinklingofcayenne.com/creamy-cajun-cauliflower-salad/
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    1. Dawna Miller says

      October 26, 2019 at 1:18 pm

      So glad I found your site! You have some great recipes and lots of inspiration. Our family lives in South Louisiana now (we recently moved back down - he's from BR but I'm from the PNW) and we're trying to change our health by changing our diet. Thank you for time and effort putting this all together!

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      • Lyn Corinne Liner says

        October 28, 2019 at 12:01 pm

        You're very, very welcome Dawna!

        Thanks so much for reaching out, and acknowledging all of my really hard work putting this all together! Means the world to me!

        I'm super happy to be able to share my recipes. I just couldn't let my beloved food culture go away due to grain and gluten intolerance. It's too precious, and I will keep on writing recipes so that all of us who truly love Louisiana can have authentic Cajun/Creole food for the rest of our lives. 🙂

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