Fructose Free Cauliflower Tabbouleh
This vibrant grain-free take on a Middle Eastern classic swaps bulgur wheat for finely riced cauliflower, making it a genuinely satisfying option for anyone navigating fructose sensitivity without sacrificing flavor or texture. The cauliflower gets pulsed in a food processor until it mimics the look and feel of couscous, then salted and pressed to remove excess moisture — a small but crucial step that keeps the whole dish from turning watery. Heaps of fresh flat-leaf parsley and mint bring that signature herbaceous punch, while diced Roma tomatoes and English cucumber add cool crunch throughout. The dressing is beautifully simple: extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, cumin, and a touch of turmeric that gives everything a warm, golden glow. Using only the green tops of scallions is a smart move for keeping fructans low, and the recipe leans on whole, unprocessed ingredients from start to finish — no hidden sugars or sneaky additives to second-guess. A short rest before serving lets the cauliflower soak up all that bright, citrusy dressing so every bite is deeply flavored. Scatter pomegranate arils over the top if you're feeling festive, and you've got a showstopper salad that's as good for a weeknight dinner as it is for a crowd.
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4 servings
- 1 small head cauliflower (about 1 ½ lb), cut into florets
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 cups fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves and tender stems, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 english cucumber, finely diced
- 2 medium roma tomatoes, seeded and finely diced
- 3 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 ½ lemons)
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
For serving
- ¼ cup pomegranate arils (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Working in two batches, pulse the cauliflower florets in a food processor until broken down into pieces roughly the size of couscous, about 8–10 short pulses per batch. Do not over-process — stop when the pieces are uniform and no large chunks remain.
- 2
Transfer the riced cauliflower to a fine-mesh strainer or a clean kitchen towel. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt, toss to combine, and let it drain for 10 minutes, then press or squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
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