Cauliflower is extremely versatile, which is why it’s easy to incorporate into many recipes. In addition to its versatility, this nutritious vegetable is also a good source of vitamins B6, C, and K, as well as minerals such as magnesium, manganese, and potassium. It also has powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties.
Here are 3 cauliflower recipes you can’t miss!
extreme cauliflower
What do you need:
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1 head of cauliflower, steamed and mashed
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1/2 cup cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
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1 teaspoon dry ranch salad dressing mix
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Place mashed cauliflower, Cheddar cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, and onion powder in a 9-inch baking dish. Top with slices of butter. Stir everything until all the ingredients are well combined. Bake in a preheated oven (175 degrees Celsius) for 30-45 minutes. Let cool for several minutes before serving.
Cream Cauliflower
What do you need:
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1 head of cauliflower, separated into florets, steamed
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3 beaten eggs
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2 cups of milk
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 butter spoons
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add the flour, parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Add 1 cup of milk. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until the mixture has thickened. Add the cauliflower and stir for 2 more minutes. Remove from the heat and then reserve. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1 cup of milk, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and ground white pepper. Add the cauliflower mixture to the bowl and stir to mix the ingredients well. Bake in a preheated oven (175 degrees Celsius) for 30 minutes or until the cream is set. Serve immediately.
Easy Cauliflower Curry
What do you need:
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1 head of cauliflower, separated into florets
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2 onions, chopped
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 jalapeno pepper, minced
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1 cup chopped tomato
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1 cup chicken broth
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1/4 cup vegetable oil
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
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1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
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1/2 teaspoon salt
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook cauliflower for 6-8 minutes or until lightly browned. Transfer the florets to a large bowl and set aside. Using a blender or food processor, puree onion, jalapeño, tomato, parsley, cumin, cilantro, and turmeric. Transfer the mixture to a skillet and cook over medium heat until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and then add the cauliflower, garlic, chicken broth, and salt. Cook until cauliflower is tender, about 15 minutes.
Eating healthy snacks won’t be too hard, especially if you try any of these amazing cauliflower recipes!