27 Delicious Ways To Cook Cauliflower Tonight
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 gluten-free pizza crust, to rice and creamy hummus. Here are just a few of our favourite cauliflower recipes.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
Cauliflower Mash
Boiled cauliflower might have a bad rep, but when it’s done properly, it can change your life. To make our saucy shiraz shepherd’s pie more heart-healthy, we boiled cauliflower with potatoes to make a creamy mash topper. Get this cauliflower mash 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.
Beet and Cauliflower Hummus
Don’t let the colour fool you. This hummus is full of cauliflower goodness, and makes for a savoury snack your guests will love. Get this beet and cauliflower hummus recipe.
Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
For a vegetarian twist on chicken wings, toss some roasted cauliflower in your favourite sauce for a tasty treat. Get this Buffalo cauliflower wings 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 (and watch her take our Egg-Timer Quiz).
Cauliflower Tabbouleh
Use cauliflower for this zesty tabbouleh. All you have to do is whirl it in the food processor until it looks like rice. Get this cauliflower tabbouleh recipe.
Cauliflower Hummus
Roasted cauliflower makes a delicious base for a dippable snack or party appetizer. Get this cauliflower hummus recipe.
Easy Curried Cauliflower
The cauliflower is just as good at soaking up the spicy curry as meat! Get this easy curried cauliflower recipe.
Madhur Jaffrey’s Spicy Cauliflower Omelette
Served with toast or crusty bread and a salad, these omelets from Jaffrey’s cookbook, Vegetarian India, make a lovely light lunch or supper. Get this cauliflower omelette recipe.
Cauliflower Grilled Cheese Sandwich
A wacky but delicious take on everyone’s favourite sandwich. Get this cauliflower grilled cheese recipe.
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 cod parcels with roasted cauliflower salad recipe.
Whole-Roasted Cauliflower
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.
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 Pizza Dough
We turned cauliflower into a gluten-free pizza crust with a little help from eggs, cheese and spices. Sprinkled with your favourite toppings, it’s a fabulous substitute any pizza lover will enjoy. Get this cauliflower pizza dough recipe.
Cauliflower-Garlic Sauté
A tender-crisp dish that’s perfect for fall. Loaded with flavour, this 10-minute side comes together with ease. Get this cauliflower-garlic sauté 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.
Watch: How to make Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
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