Season’s Best 20 Cauliflower Recipes for a Healthier You

Embrace a healthier lifestyle this season with our selection of 20 delicious cauliflower recipes. From roasted to mashed, stir-fried to baked, these recipes are sure to keep you on track with your health goals without sacrificing taste. Discover new...

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Season’s Best 20 Cauliflower Recipes for a Healthier You

Embrace a healthier lifestyle this season with our selection of 20 delicious cauliflower recipes. From roasted to mashed, stir-fried to baked, these recipes are sure to keep you on track with your health goals without sacrificing taste. Discover new flavor combinations and cooking techniques that will elevate your cauliflower game to the next level. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner in the kitchen, our recipes are easy to follow and will have you feeling confident in the kitchen. So grab your apron and let’s get cooking!

Cauliflower Korma

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Get ready to delight your taste buds with this fantastic 30-minute cauliflower korma recipe. The recipe uses warm spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala to create the perfect blend of flavors.

Recipe: cauliflower korma

Sticky Orange Cauliflower

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This orange cauliflower recipe is a mouthwatering combination of citrusy, sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and spicy flavors. Crunchy fried cauliflower florets are tossed in a zesty sticky orange sauce to create one of the most popular Chinese take-out recipes you’ll ever set your taste buds on!

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Recipe: orange cauliflower

Cauliflower Chowder

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Cauliflower chowder is a creamy and comforting soup that offers a healthier alternative to traditional potato-based chowders. With its velvety texture and delicate flavor, this chowder is packed with nutritious cauliflower, vegetables, and herbs, making it a delicious and nourishing option for a cozy meal.

Recipe: cauliflower chowder

Kung Pao Cauliflower

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Kung Pao Cauliflower is a mouthwatering vegan twist on the classic Chinese dish, featuring crispy cauliflower florets tossed in a spicy and tangy sauce. The cauliflower absorbs the flavors of the sauce beautifully, resulting in a deliciously balanced combination of heat, sweetness, and savory notes, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a plant-based and flavorful meal.

Recipe: kung pao cauliflower

Cauliflower Au Gratin

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This Cauliflower Au Gratin, also known as a Cauliflower Bake, is a delightful and satisfying dish that brings together the wholesome flavors of cauliflower and creamy gratin goodness. It’s an easy comfort food recipe that has quickly become one of the favorites in my house. It’s creamy, cheesy, and such a delicious side dish for holidays as well as for Sunday night dinner.

Recipe: cauliflower au gratin

Cauliflower Steak in 20 Mins

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If you’re looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy cauliflower, try making these cauliflower steaks. With their crispy exterior and tender interior, and seasoned to perfection, they make a perfect main dish or side that doesn’t require an oven.

Recipe: cauliflower steak

Sausage and Cauliflower Rice Skillet

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A Sausage and Cauliflower Rice Skillet is a flavorful and low-carb dish that typically includes cooked sausage crumbles and cauliflower rice cooked together with various seasonings, vegetables, and spices. This savory one-pan meal offers a satisfying blend of protein and vegetables, making it a popular choice for those following a keto or low-carb diet.

Recipe: cauliflower rice skillet

Buffalo Cauliflower

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Tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, this buffalo cauliflower is a mouthwatering addition to your game-day appetizer or dinner table. We use cauliflower florets to mimic the texture of traditional buffalo wings and then toss them in a finger-licking, sweet, spicy buffalo sauce. Whether you use it as a starter or your main course, you will crave more after the first bite!

Recipe: buffalo cauliflower

Tikka Masala

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This tikka masala recipe offers a quick and easy way to enjoy a flavorful tomato-based curry sauce that’s creamy and aromatic. It can be paired with your choice of ingredients, such as meat, mushrooms, cauliflower, tofu, or chickpeas, to create a delicious and satisfying meal.

Recipe: tikka masala

Tuscan Red Wine Pasta

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Tuscan Red Wine Pasta is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings together the robust flavors of red wine, tender pasta, and roasted cauliflower. The cauliflower adds a delightful texture and a subtle earthy taste, while the red wine sauce infuses the dish with depth and richness, resulting in a satisfying Italian-inspired meal.

Recipe: tuscan red wine pasta

Cauliflower Pizza Bowl

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Love a hot slice of ooey-gooey pizza but not the bloated feeling you get afterward from eating all the pizza crust. Try indulging in a healthier alternative to traditional pizza with these cauliflower pizza bowls.

Recipe: cauliflower pizza bowl

Cauliflower Salad

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This ‘Caulislaw’ mixes cauliflower, carrots & red onions with a perfectly balanced mayonnaise dressing. It’s the perfect side for your next barbecue, or why not top your burgers with it? Quick, healthy and low in carbs it’s a versatile side you’ll be coming back to over and over again.

Recipe: cauliflower salad

Gobi Manchurian

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This easy-to-make Gobi Manchurian recipe is a delicious version of the classic Indo-Chinese dish with much fewer ingredients! Tender chunks of cauliflower are first breaded and deep-fried before being coated in a flavorful, aromatic, finger-licking sauce. In just 30 minutes, you will have the perfect appetizer or main dish.

Recipe: gobi manchurian

Roasted Cauliflower

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Roasted cauliflower gets a makeover with this delicious recipe. The mild spiciness of the roasted florets is perfectly complemented by a creamy lemon herb tahini sauce, making it a perfect side dish for any meal.

Recipe: roasted cauliflower

Creamy Cauliflower Soup

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Looking for a delicious, creamy, and healthy soup? This cauliflower and potato soup is the perfect choice. With a velvety texture, it’s a great option for anyone looking for a comforting and easy meal.

Recipe: cauliflower soup

Tandoori Cauliflower (Gobi Tikka)

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Tandoori Cauliflower is a wonderful low-carb appetizer. Tossed with a spiced yogurt marinade and roasted in the oven or air fryer, this Tandoori Gobi Tikka is so flavorful, golden, and crispy. The whole family will love this easy and healthy cauliflower recipe!

Recipe: tandoori gobi

Tikka Masala Hoagie Sandwich

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The Tikka Masala Hoagie Sandwich with cauliflower is a fusion of Indian and American flavors, featuring tender cauliflower florets smothered in rich and aromatic tikka masala sauce. Nestled in a toasted hoagie roll with fresh greens and tangy pickles, this sandwich is a delightful blend of spicy, savory, and satisfying elements that will leave you craving for more.

Recipe: tikka masala hoagie sandwich

Spaghetti Bolognese

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Enjoy a healthier twist on the classic bolognese with this quick and easy dinner. Packed with nutrients and flavor, this is a delicious and guilt-free option for any pasta lover.

Recipe: spaghetti bolognese

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Pasta Bake

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Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Pasta Bake is a delightful twist on the classic comfort food, combining the creamy, cheesy goodness of traditional mac and cheese with the added nutrition and subtle flavor of roasted cauliflower. The cauliflower adds a delicious depth to the dish, creating a satisfying and wholesome meal that will please both kids and adults alike.

Recipe: cauliflower mac and cheese

Shawarma Buddha Bowl

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The Shawarma Buddha Bowl with cauliflower offers a delicious and healthy twist on the traditional Middle Eastern dish. The roasted cauliflower adds a flavorful and satisfying element to the bowl, complementing the vibrant assortment of vegetables and grains.

Recipe: shawarma buddha bowl