26 Delicious Cauliflower Recipes
Cauliflower is a superstar vegetarian ingredient that comes into season in late-summer and fall. And there are dozens of ways to eat it beyond salad, from rice and creamy hummus. Here are just a few of our favourite cauliflower recipes.
Sheet Pan Aloo Gobi And Chickpeas With Coconut Raita
This plant-based Indian-inspired sheet pan dinner requires both minimal prep and clean up! Get our aloo gobi recipe.
Kung Pao Cauliflower Stir-Fry
You won't even miss the meat in this weeknight stir-fry. Get this kung pao cauliflower stir-fry recipe.
Vikram Vic's Spiced Cauliflower Fritters
Infused with bold Indian spices like cumin, turmeric, coriander and chili powder, these crispy cauliflower fritters are a perfect balance of crunchy exterior and tender cauliflower inside. Plus, they are easy to prepare with simple ingredients—super accessible to any cook. A versatile vegetarian option, they make a fantastic snack or impressive appetizer for gatherings. Get this spiced cauliflower fritters recipe.
Cauliflower Chickpea Wraps
Hot Tip: This roasted vegetable wrap also makes a great portable picnic dish. Get our cauliflower chickpea wraps recipe.
Cauliflower Farro Bowl
With hearty lentils, farro and cauliflower, and a fresh lemon-tahini dressing, this bowl will give you the energy you need to get through the day. Get this cauliflower farro bowl recipe.
Celeriac-Cauliflower Soup with Brown Butter-Roasted Chestnuts
This undemanding soup—heady with leeks and sweet with veg—is made with vegetables that have gone lax in the oven before being simmered and requires little supervision. Miso sneaks in for the grounding note without overpowering the subtle flavours. Get Tara O'Brady's celeriac-cauliflower soup recipe.
“Cheesy” Vegan Broccoli And Cauliflower Bites
These dairy-free veggies make a great appetizer or side. The "cheesy" flavour comes from nutritional yeast. Get this cheesy vegan broccoli and cauliflower bites recipe.
Charred BBQ Cauliflower
This sweet and tangy taco topping is also perfect for salads or grain bowls. Get Diala Canelo's charred bbq cauliflower recipe.
Mint Cauliflower Tabbouleh
Swap bulgur for cauliflower in this refreshing side salad. Get this mint cauliflower tabbouleh recipe.
Roasted Cauliflower And Leek Pasta
Penne rigate tossed with cream, parmesan, herbs and roasted veggies is comfort food that’ll put a smile on your face. Get this roasted cauliflower and leek pasta recipe.
Chicken Fried Cauliflower Rice
Next time you’re making chicken fried rice, ditch the rice. Cauliflower that’s been broken up in a food processor has similar texture to the grain. Get this chicken fried cauliflower rice recipe.
Saucy Shiraz Shepherd's Pies
Boiled cauliflower might have a bad rep, but when it’s done properly, it can change your life. To add more veg to our pie, we boiled cauliflower with potatoes to make a creamy mash topper. Get this saucy shiraz shepherd's pies recipe.
Cauliflower Tacos
Hearty roasted cauliflower, crisp vegetables and creamy avocado make the vegetarian version of Taco Tuesday a winner, hands-down. Get this cauliflower tacos recipe.
Roasted Cauliflower Soup
A cozy fall soup you can serve as a starter, or pair with a crisp green salad for a light meal. Get this roasted cauliflower soup recipe.
Creamy Cauliflower-Beet Dip
Don’t let the colour fool you. This dip is full of cauliflower goodness, and makes for a savoury snack your guests will love. Get this creamy cauliflower-beet dip recipe.
Buffalo Cauliflower
For a vegetarian twist on chicken wings, toss some roasted cauliflower in your favourite sauce for a tasty treat. Get this Buffalo cauliflower recipe.
Nigella Lawson’s Spiced Cauliflower And Chickpea Salad
The domestic goddess herself shared this recipe from her book, Simply Nigella. Get this spiced cauliflower and chickpea salad recipe.
Cauliflower-Tahini Dip
Roasted cauliflower makes a delicious base for a dippable snack or party appetizer. Get this cauliflower-tahini dip recipe.
Sheet-Pan Cod And Caper Parcels With Roasted Cauliflower Salad
Roasted cauliflower and grapes on one pan, cod parcels with lemon, capers and butter on the other. It’s the perfect blend of flavours for easy entertaining. Get this sheet-pan cod parcels with roasted cauliflower salad recipe.
Whole-Roasted Cauliflower With Tomato-Pepper Sauce
Whole-roasted cauliflower is a beautiful dish, and it’s also super easy to make. Get this whole-roasted cauliflower recipe.
Cauliflower ’Rice’
Cauliflower florets transform into cauliflower "rice" with a quick whir of the food processor. Replace white rice in your dishes with our nutrient-dense alternative. Get this cauliflower rice recipe.
Pickled Cauliflower
Serve with cheese and charcuterie or alongside burgers or roast pork. Get our pickled cauliflower recipe.
Cauliflower, Pistachio And Pomegranate Pearl Couscous
Each colourful bite packs a punch of nutty flavour. Mixed with sweet pomegranate seeds and florets of golden-roasted cauliflower, this vegetarian dish is a crowd-pleaser. Get this cauliflower, pistachio and pomegranate pearl couscous recipe.
Cauliflower Pilaf
In this dish, meaty eggplant steaks get paired with fluffy cauliflower rice, pomegranate and crunchy pepitas. Get this cauliflower pilaf recipe.
Apricot Pistachio Salmon With Roasted Cauliflower
For those nights you’re craving sweet and savoury, opt for baked salmon fillets with golden florets of roasted cauliflower. Get this apricot pistachio salmon with roasted cauliflower recipe.
Malabar Mezhukupuratti (Malabar-Spiced Cauliflower with Ginger and Curry Leaves)
As much as this is an everyday recipe, don’t let the ease of it fool you in terms of taste. The flavours are a delight, with a robust infusion of gingery curry leaves that soaks into the cauliflower and potatoes. Get this malabar mezhukupuratti (malabar-spiced cauliflower with ginger and curry leaves) recipe.
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