Easy cauliflower recipes – Baked in the oven, grilled in foil, roasted, boiled, deep-fried, stir-fried in a skillet, made into a casserole, served in soup… The versatility of cauliflower has reached new heights in recent years! Cauliflower can satisfy the taste buds of any eater. Not just that, it combines well with a wide range of ingredients, ranging from simple ingredients (honey, garlic, butter…) to chicken or beef. Cauliflower – like its close relatives, broccoli, kale, and cabbage — provides many nutrients and health-promoting compounds, the vegetable is also an excellent choice for keto and low-carb diet. In this recipe roundup, we’re introducing 23 of the best cauliflower dishes to make at any time of the year. From cauliflower soups and cauliflower casseroles to roasted cauliflower and cauliflower curries, you’re sure to find a recipe from among these favorites. Enjoy!
Easy Cauliflower Recipes: 23 Easy Ways to Cook Cauliflower
1. 15-Minute Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Cauliflower Rice
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
2. Sausage, Pepper and Cauliflower Fried Rice
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
3. Roasted Cauliflower Steaks
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4. Cheesy Turkey Meatballs with Cauliflower Rice
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
5. Meal Prep Garlic Butter Chicken Meatballs with Cauliflower Rice
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
6. Green Chile Cauliflower Chicken Casserole
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
7. Brown Butter Garlic Cauliflower Foil Packets
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
8. Creamy Chicken and Cauliflower Rice Casserole {Keto, Low-Carb}
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9. Italian Sausage with Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
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10. Whole Roasted Cauliflower With Butter Sauce
Cooking time: 40 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
11. Grilled General Tso’s Cauliflower Kabobs
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
12. Sausage Taco Cauliflower Rice Skillet
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
13. Chicken Burrito Bowls with Cauliflower
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14. Slow Cooker Whole Cauliflower Curry and Cashew
Cooking time: 5258880 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
15. Mexican Cauliflower Rice with Cheesy Steak Roll-Ups
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16. Buttery Garlic Herb Chicken and Lemon Parmesan Cauliflower Rice
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17. Healthy Roasted Cauliflower Salad
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18. Parmesan Cauliflower Fried Rice (Low-Carb)
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19. Broccoli Cauliflower Soup
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20. Creamy Cauliflower Rice Chicken Soup
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21. Instant Pot Curried Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup
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Here are a few tips for prepping cauliflower for cooking:
- Don’t toss the stalk and leaves of the cauliflower head! The leaf, stalk, and florets can be eaten raw or cooked. So the leaves are edible and quite delicious; you may want to include them in your cooking, especially for adding to soup stocks. Peel and cut the stalks so they’re about the same size as the florets you’re using to ensure even cooking.
- To cut a head of cauliflower into florets, quarter the cauliflower head through the stem end and cut the small piece of core from each quarter. Then cut the cored cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- Rinse the cut up pieces of cauliflower in a colander to remove any residual dirt. Use a paper towel or a clean kitchen towel to pat them dry before cooking.
- Cauliflower is available in grocery stores all year-round. Peak seasons are generally in the spring and fall, depending on the climate in your region.
- Cauliflower should be left unwashed when storing. Store in the refrigerator, with the stem side down, in a loosely closed plastic bag. This will prevent any excess moisture, which causes the cauliflower to spoil faster.
What brings out the flavor of cauliflower?
Roasting or sautéing cauliflower enhances the flavor as the heat brings out the vegetable’s natural sweetness. Adding herbs and spices like garlic, paprika, turmeric, or cumin also adds a nice depth of flavor. Topping cauliflower with a creamy sauce or cheese, such as in casseroles, can also help make cauliflower more flavorful.
What is the most nutritious way to cook cauliflower?
The most nutritious way to cook cauliflower is to steam or roast it. Steaming is the healthiest method because it preserves the maximum amount of nutrients.
- To steam, place cauliflower florets in a steaming basket or colander over a pot of boiling water, cover, and steam for 4-6 minutes or until fork tender.
- To roast cauliflower, preheat your oven to 400°F (200ºC) and toss cauliflower florets with one tablespoon of oil, such as olive or avocado oil. Roast on a baking sheet for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and tender.
