We begin to crave seasonal food when the weather cools down a bit and autumn arrives. Our number one choice is undoubtedly cauliflower because of its hearty, earthy, and buttery flavor, which goes well with many major dishes.
Recipes for cauliflower are incredibly versatile and go well with anything from roasted side dishes to comfort-food-influenced casseroles. These savory cauliflower recipes are delicious appetizers or vegetarian-friendly main courses that can be served for any occasion. Here are a few of our favorite cauliflower recipes.
1. Cauliflower Casserole With Cheddar
This casserole recipe only requires a simple "dump and stir." The smoky paprika and fresh thyme give the cauliflower a wonderful flavor without requiring a lot of heavy milk or butter.
Mix the cauliflower, sour cream, half of the cheese, paprika, thyme, salt, and red pepper in a big bowl. Put the mixture into a baking dish and top it with the remaining cheese. Bake for thirty minutes, till the top is gently browned and the cheese has melted. Serve when it's hot.
2. Cauliflower Rice
You must definitely try this cauliflower rice if you're looking for a low-calorie, low-carb, and high-antioxidant substitute for bread or conventional rice. It's the ideal side dish for curries, soups, stews, stir-fries, or any meal with a sauce because of its flavorful balanced, and appealing texture.
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3. Air Fryer Cauliflower
Cauliflower florets cooked in an air fryer take just 12 to 15 minutes to give you a perfectly roasted cauliflower. The cauliflower florets will be a little charred, but you can still enjoy the crispiness and delicateness with most of their nutrients intact.
4. Roasted Brocolli And Cauliflower
Roasted broccoli and cauliflower make a delicious and nutritious side dish that goes well with practically any main meal.
Garlic powder, salt, pepper, and heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil are used to season the vegetables. After roasting, drizzle some lemon juice over them and top with red pepper flakes. You can also add a dairy-free option, such as grated parmesan cheese, to further enhance the flavor of this side dish.
5. Sausage-Spiced Cauliflower Steak
This recipe for roasted cauliflower steaks has the flavor of sausage without the meat thanks to a fast spice blend of orange zest, black pepper, and roasted fennel seeds. For a soft, sweet, and nutty bite, brown the cauliflower before applying the toppings and melting the cheese. To guarantee that there are lots of caramelized florets beneath the marinara and melted cheese, turn the cauliflower occasionally while it's roasting.
6. Creamy Cauliflower Soup
Cauliflower is a fantastic vegetable for the fall and winter, and homemade roasted cauliflower soup happens to be one of the comforting dinners. Despite not having any cheese, it has a smooth, buttery texture and a mild, nutty, and cheesy flavor. Simple to prepare, healthful, and incredibly tasty- especially when topped with homemade croutons!
7. Cauliflower Curry
You'll want to cook cauliflower curry every week since it's so simple and incredibly creamy. We were astounded that a few basic components and spices cooked in a pot could produce such a delicious meal. The sauce made from coconut milk and tomato gives the curry a rich, well-developed taste and a creamy texture
8. Cauliflower Parmesan
With cauliflower "steaks" as the substitute for chicken, this vegetarian take on chicken Parmesan has all the traditional cozy aromas without the meat! The steaks are covered with melted mozzarella cheese and a creamy sauce after they are grilled to a perfect tenderness. The authentic Italian-American chicken parmesan and eggplant parmesan, regardless of their names, don't typically include Parmesan cheese. Once the sauce is added to the cauliflower cutlets, feel free to top with a little grated Parmesan if that's what makes it "Parm" to you.
9. Whole Roasted Cauliflower
This recipe for whole roasted cauliflower is quite simple, requiring only five minutes of active work, but it produces a nutritious side dish that looks good enough to serve to guests. A balsamic glaze combined with Parmesan cheese provides an immense amount of flavor. You can serve it as a part of a vegetarian meal or alongside roast chicken, turkey, or pork.
10. Cauliflower Fried Rice
This vegetable-rich recipe is made with lesser calories and carbohydrates when riced cauliflower is used instead of rice. Turn the flavorful ingredients of fried rice—ginger, scallions, and tamari—into a low-carb spin on the traditional take-out dish.