Ditching carbs is part of my New Year’s Resolution. That means no pasta, no bread, no potatoes and loads of low carb vegetables like cauliflower. This formerly dissed cruciferous vegetable has made a serious comeback, and rightfully so. My favorite preparation is to simply roast cauliflower florets in the oven with a bit of olive oil, salt and pepper (sometimes I give it a good spritz of lemon juice). It comes out wonderfully sweet and caramelized - a far cry from the plain old bitter steamed cauliflower from days past.
It can magically replace mashed potatoes, become a perfect crust for pizzas (check out the Paleo Buffalo Mozzarella & Salami Pizza with a Cauliflower Crust recipe below) and quiches, made into delicious Italian-style poppers, even rolled into an elegant cheese stuffed roulade. Read on for more tasty cauliflower recipes!
Cauliflower Cheese Roulade
Contributed to Foodista by Divalicious Recipes
Angela at Divalicious Recipes created this beautifully elegant cauliflower roulade that’s filled with a creamy cheese spread. To make the roulade, Angela rices cauliflower then mixes it with egg yolks, Parmesan and Cheddar cheeses, mustard and seasonings, then folds in stiffly whipped egg whites. The mixture is then spread on a parchment lined baking sheet and baked. The filling is spread over the baked roulade, then carefully rolled up into a beautiful Swiss roll.
ROULADE:
2 cups (half a head) Cauliflower rice
1/2 cup (56g) Cheddar cheese grated
1/2 cup (50g) Parmesan cheese grated
6 eggs separated
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
FILLING:
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3oz (84g) cream cheese softened
1 tablespoons chives finely chopped
1/2 cup (50g) Cheddar cheese grated
Sumac Dusted Cauliflower Steaks with Pomegranate
Contributed to Foodista by May I have that recipe?
These gorgeous roasted cauliflower steaks are the perfect vegetarian side dish. They’re seasoned with tangy sumac (an Arabic spice that’s wonderfully sour. You can get it on Amazon here) and garnished with lovely pomegranate arils. Simple, elegant and oh, so delicious!
1 large cauliflower, cut into approximately 1inch slices
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3/4 tsp salt
3 tsp sumac
1 cup pomegranate seeds
1 lemon
Paleo Buffalo Mozzarella & Salami Pizza with a Cauliflower Crust
Contributed to Foodista by Justina Elumeze
Making a pizza crust out of riced cauliflower is tastier than you’d think! If you’re craving a pizza night but don’t want to blow your diet, this recipe is a win-win!
1 medium-large cauliflower
1 egg
Half cup almond/coconut/tapioca flour
1-2 tsp. salt
1-2 tsp. pepper
1-2 tsp. mixed herbs
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tomato
Handful sliced salami/chorizo
100g buffalo mozzarella
100g tomato puree
Fresh herbs (to garnish
Vegan Teriyaki Cauliflower Tacos
Contributed to Foodista by Lauren Caris Cooks
Skip the meat and roast up some teriyaki-seasoned cauliflower to fill your tacos. Garnish them with red cabbage, onion, avocado sauce, fresh cilantro, and lime juice for an awesome taco night!
Teriyaki Sauce:
1 tbsp Cornstarch
1 tbsp Cold Water
1 tbsp Brown Sugar
1/2 cup (115ml) Soy Sauce
1/4 cup (60ml) apple cider vinegar
1 tsp Grated Fresh Ginger
1 Clove Garlic
1/2 Lime - juice only
Black Pepper for seasoning
Tacos
6 Wraps of your choice
1 Cauliflower
Red Cabbage
Spring Onion
Sesame Seeds
Avocado Sauce
1 Avocado
3-4 sprigs Fresh Cilantro
1/2 Lime juice only
salt and pepper for seasoning
Water as needed
Roasted Cauliflower Detox Bowl with Tahini Sauce
Contributed to Foodista by Lauren Caris Cooks
Who doesn’t need to detox after a gluttonous holiday season? This healthy detox bowl will get your diet and body back on track in no time. Each bowl is filled with scrumptious ingredients like kale, quinoa, red cabbage, avocado, roasted cauliflower, and dressed with a flavorful spiced tahini sauce that will make you forget all about the word “diet.”
Bowls:
3 Large Kale Leaves
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup (85g) Quinoa (dry weight)
1/4 Red Cabbage
1 Avocado
1/2 a Large Cauliflower
1 tsp olive oil
1/4 tsp Ground Cumin
Cress
Tahini Sauce:
1 head garlic roasted
1/2 cup (75g) Raw Cashews soaked overnight in water
2 tbsp Tahini
4-6 tbsp Water or more, as needed
1/4-1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
Pumpkin Cauliflower Risotto
Contributed to Foodista by Divalicious Recipes
This decadently creamy bowl of pumpkin cauliflower risotto begs to be enjoyed on a cold winter night. It will warm you from head to toe, all while satisfying your belly in the middle.
2 cups (200g) Cauliflower rice
3-4 Spring onions
1 1/2 cups (367g) Pumpkin, cut into cubes
1 tablespoon Sage fresh, chopped
2 tablespoons Cream heavy/double
1/2 cup (50g) Parmesan cheese grated
1/2 cup Vegetable Stock or chicken if not vegetarian
2 tablespoons Olive oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
Crispy Italian Cauliflower Poppers with Marinara
Contributed to Foodista by Apples and Sparkle
Don’t get me wrong, I love trashy appetizers on Game Day as much as anyone, but those nacho and wings calories can add up quickly! There’s no need to blow your diet or sacrifice flavor with these amazing Italian cauliflower poppers. Cauliflower florets are coated in seasoned Parmesan bread crumbs, then baked until crispy. Dunk them in a delish marinara sauce for the perfect guilt-free snack.
1 head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces (no larger that 1-inch)
4 T. olive oil, divided
2 c. panko bread crumbs
3/4 c. fresh grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 t. garlic powder
1/4 t. salt
1/8 t. fresh ground black pepper
2 eggs, well beaten
1 T. water
3/4 c. flour
nonstick cooking spray
14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes
1 clove of garlic, minced
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
3-4 T. chopped fresh basil
Cauliflower Cheese and Onion Croquettes
Contributed to Foodista by Divalicious Recipes
These low carb cheesy cauliflower croquettes can be summed up in one word: yum.
1 Cauliflower
1 Cup (100g) Parmesan Cheese grated
2 teaspoons garlic powder
4 spring onions finely chopped
1/2 cup (56g) Cheddar Cheese grated
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
The Best Cauliflower Skillet Hash
Contributed to Foodista by Honestly Fitness
Get your day started right with this healthy bowl of cauliflower hash. Top your hash with a fried or poached egg and you’re in business.
2 medium shallots
1 garlic clove (or 1tsp garlic paste)
1tsp chopped ginger or 1tsp ginger paste
1 and a half head of cauliflower, chopped into small pieces
1/2 cup chicken stock
1tbsp lemon juice
1tbsp ghee (or oil of choice)
2 green onions
2tbsp chopped cilantro (small bunch)
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 2 eggs, chili flakes
Cauliflower Feta Lemon Meatballs
Contributed to Foodista by Divalicious Recipes
These vegetarian “meat” balls are filled with cauliflower, feta, lemon zest and juice, garlic, and sumac, then baked until crispy and lightly browned. Serve them with zoodles or a fresh green salad.
1/2 head cauliflower medium
1/2 cup (75g) Feta cheese
1 Lemon Juice & Rind
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sumac optional
2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
