Cauliflower isn’t just a vegetable. It’s a chameleon that can disguise itself as other foods, like bread, pizza dough and fried rice. Presenting: the 16 most surprising ways to cook this versatile, delicious and nutritious produce.
16 Recipes That Prove Cauliflower Can Do Anything
Published Apr 4, 2017
One-pan Cauliflower Nachos
Load this grilled veggie base with your favorite Tex-Mex flavors and you won’t miss the tortilla chips.
Buffalo Cauliflower Nuggets
Bye, chicken. These bite-size guys will be your new favorite game day snack.
Gluten-free Vegan Lemon Cake
Shh, the secret ingredient is cauliflower rice. Don’t tell anyone.
Low-carb Cauliflower Gnocchi
These airy, doughy veggie dumplings should do the trick when you’re craving pasta (but not the calories).
Cauliflower Crust Garlic Breadsticks
Double dipping is totally acceptable.
Cauliflower Fried Rice
You may never order takeout again.
Slow-cooker Mashed Cauliflower
We don’t want no spuds.
Roasted Cauliflower Sliders
The spicy yogurt spread is not optional.
Cauliflower Noodle Lasagna
Boom. These low-carb cauli-noodles come together in 15 minutes.
Roasted Cauliflower White Pizza Dip
Dip, dip, hooray!
Crispy Cauliflower Tacos
Oven-baked crispy tacos, meet homemade queso.
Cheeky Kitchen
Waffle Iron Cauliflower Hash Browns
Whip out this trick the next time you have friends over for brunch.
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Pasta With Creamy Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce
Finally, a cream sauce that’s diet-friendly.
Cauliflower Tortillas
You’ve never had taco night like this before.
Gluten-free Cauliflower Buns
You’re five ingredients away from gluten-free, dairy-free bliss.
The Movement Menu
Low-carb "potato" Salad
The guaranteed hit of your spring picnic.
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