Rainbow Cauliflower & Dijon Chickpea Salad

Name: Rainbow Cauliflower & Dijon Chickpea Salad
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Yield: 3-4 servings
Cuisine: American

Does Taylor Farms Rainbow Cauliflower taste like a rainbow? Probably not, but it definitely makes your dishes pop with more color. It’s perfect for this easy, elegant salad recipe that is bursting with vibrant hues, tangy flavors, and the perfect amount of crunch.

You’ll need to make your own shallot-dijon vinaigrette dressing, but the extra 60-80 seconds involved will go by in no time—and you get a hefty flavor return on your paltry time investment. The dressing’s balanced acidity and zesty seasonings make it a perfect match for the fresh veggies, nutty chickpeas, creamy feta, and crunchy pepitas. This lively salad is truly a feast for all the senses.

Total TIME:
5 minutes

SERVINGS:
3-4 servings

Ingredients

1 Bag of Taylor Farms Rainbow Cauliflower
1 can chickpeas
5 radishes, sliced
½ red onions, diced
½ cup pepita seeds (or any seeds or nuts of your choice)
Feta cheese crumbles, optional

For the Dressing:

1 medium shallot minced
2 Tbsp wine vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
½ cup olive oil
Salt & Pepper for taste

Directions

In a small bowl, whisk together the minced shallot, wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste; set the dressing aside.
Open the bag of rainbow cauliflower and place the florets into a large salad bowl.
Drain and rinse the can of chickpeas, then add them to the bowl with the cauliflower.
Slice 5 radishes and dice half of a red onion; add both to the salad bowl.
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently toss together until evenly coated.
Sprinkle pepita seeds or your choice of nuts over the salad ingredients, then top with feta cheese crumbles. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Which Came First? The Garbanzo Pea or The Chickbean?

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are nutrient-dense legumes with many more uses in the kitchen than you may think. Packed with protein, fiber, and essential minerals like iron and magnesium, they’re always a fantastic addition to a dish—and not just hummus and stews.

Looking for a new crunchy snack? Try roasting them. It’s easy: Simply toss cooked chickpeas with olive oil, a sprinkle of sea salt, and your favorite spices like paprika or cumin, then bake until crispy. If you’re in the mood for something creamy, blend them with ripe avocado, a splash of lime juice, and fresh cilantro for a unique twist on guacamole with some added protein and fiber.

Bakers, here’s a sneaky tip: purée chickpeas and mix them into your brownie or cookie batter. They boost moisture and protein content without changing the taste—an easy way to make your treats a bit healthier and set them apart from the norm. There’s also garbanzo bean or chickpea flour, which is excellent for making gluten-free pancakes or flatbreads.

And that’s just the tip of the garbanzo (or chickpea?). Feel free to experiment in your own kitchen and come up with more uses for this delightful little bean slash pea.