Here is a collection of our best cauliflower recipes- all bursting with flavor! Full of incredible health benefits, cauliflower is easy to incorporate into our weekly diet!
Cauliflower is one of the most versatile and healthy veggies out there. It can be roasted, air-fried, mashed, turned into a salad, soup, or whole meal- so many uses in the kitchen, and as a chef, it comes in so handy at times! Here are some ideas to inspire you.
Table of Contents
- Air Fryer Cauliflower Recipes
- Cauliflower Shawarma
- Chili Crisp Cauliflower
- Crispy Cauliflower with Tahini Yogurt
- Roasted Cauliflower Recipes
- Roasted Cauliflower Chimichurri Bowls
- Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic, Lemon and Parsley
- Whole Roasted Cauliflower
- Roasted Cauliflower Pasta
- Cauliflower Steak Recipes
- Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Romesco Sauce & Lentils
- Zaatar Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Green Tahini Sauce
- Roasted Cauliflower SteakS
- Cauliflower SouP RecipeS
- Creamy Cauliflower Soup
- Curried Cauliflower Soup
- Cauliflower Cheddar Soup
- Cauliflower Salad Recipes
- Indian Spinach Salad with Lentils and roasted Cauliflower
- Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Farro & Turmeric Dressing
- Purple Cauliflower Salad (Sicilian Style!)
- Warm Winter Cauliflower Salad
- Shaved Cauliflower Salad w/Creamy Yogurt Dressing
- Indian Cauliflower Recipes
- Indian Cauliflower, Chickpea & Tofu Bowls
- Frankies! (aka Bombay Burritos)
- Vegan Tikka Masala (Stovetop or Instant Pot)
- Aloo Gobi Recipe (Indian-Spiced Potatoes & Cauliflower)
- Cauliflower Dal w/ Red Lentils, Coconut and Spinach
- Cauliflower Rice Recipes
- Moroccan Cauliflower Rice
- Cauliflower Rice Bowls
- How to Make Cauliflower Rice!
- Fajita Cauliflower Rice Bowl
- Greek Cauliflower Rice Bowl
- CAULIFLOWER Side Dish recipes
- Roasted Vegetables
- Mashed Cauliflower
- Cauliflower Gratin
- Vegetarian CaulifloweR Dinner Recipes
- Kung Pao Cauliflower Noodles!
- Roasted Cauliflower Tacos
- Roasted Cauliflower Chimichurri Bowls
- White Enchiladas w/CaulifloweR
- Cauliflower Faqs
- Roasted Cauliflower video
- 30+ Super-Tasty Cauliflower Recipes: Perfect Roasted Cauliflower
Air Fryer Cauliflower Recipes
Cauliflower becomes tender and irresistibly crispy in an air fryer—one of our new favorite ways to cook it. Quick, easy, and mess-free, the whole family will love these!
Cauliflower Shawarma
This versatile Cauliflower Shawarma recipe is easy to make and full of spicy flavor. Perfect for bowls or tucked into pita with zhoug and tahini sauce. Vegan & gluten-free. Roast or air fry!
Chili Crisp Cauliflower
Golden and delicious roasted Chili Crisp Cauliflower is a fast and easy side dish or tasty appetizer with loads of flavor & crunchy texture. Oven-roast or air fry!
Crispy Cauliflower with Tahini Yogurt
Crispy Cauliflower served over Tahini Yogurt Sauce with pickled onions and fresh herbs. It’s vegan-adaptable and gluten-free and easy to make in your air fryer or oven.
Roasted Cauliflower Recipes
This is where cauliflower truly shines! Roasting cauliflower brings out its earthy sweetness, pairing perfectly with almost any spice and flavor. Try something new tonight, like these cauliflower tacos, cauliflower pasta, cauliflower steaks, cauliflower rice, or our “go-to” roasted cauliflower, the perfect side dish to any meal!
Roasted Cauliflower Chimichurri Bowls
Smokey Roasted Cauliflower with Chimichurri Sauce served over seasoned black beans and optional rice with Mexican slaw, avocado, cilantro and pickled onions.
Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic, Lemon and Parsley
Roasted Cauliflower with whole spices, garlic, lemon and parsley – a simple vegan side dish that is full of flavor! Vegan and gluten-free! The caraway seeds are optional but add amazing and unique flavor!
Whole Roasted Cauliflower
Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Zaatar Spice and Tahini Sauce- a healthy vegan side dish bursting with Middle Eastern flavor. Easy and delicious! Allow 60-90 minutes of roasting time!
Roasted Cauliflower Pasta
Cauliflower Steak Recipes
These recipes for roasted Cauliflower Steaks are not only easy, but they are also quite stunning and full of flavor.
Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Romesco Sauce & Lentils
Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Romesco Sauce over a bed of simply seasoned lentils. A quick and easy sheet pan dinner – vegan, plant-powered, and full of flavor!
Zaatar Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Green Tahini Sauce
A simple recipe for Middle Eastern Zaatar Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Green Tahini Sauce. Vegan and Gluten-free!
Roasted Cauliflower SteakS
This Roasted Cauliflower Steak Recipe is one of my all-time favorites! Topped with flavorful Gremolata (a zesty, herby Italian Green Sauce) this can be served as a vegan main course or a tasty side dish to salmon, chicken, pork, or beef.
Cauliflower SouP RecipeS
Cauliflower blends up creamy and nourishing in these delicious cauliflower soup recipes!
Creamy Cauliflower Soup
This Creamy Cauliflower Soup recipe is so cozy and flavorful! Made with garlic, sage and a toasted pinenut crumble. Vegan adaptable.
Curried Cauliflower Soup
This Curried Cauliflower Soup recipe is infused with Indian spices, curry powder, coconut milk, ginger and lime. It is simple and easy to make and can be made in an Instant Pot (or on the stovetop! Healthy and delicious!
Cauliflower Cheddar Soup
Ultra comforting and warming, this Cauliflower Cheddar Soup is easy to love! Simple to make and pure comfort food!
Cauliflower Salad Recipes
Savory, hearty Cauliflower Salads make a delicious side dish or a light and healthy entree. Pair with a protein or enjoy as is!
Indian Spinach Salad with Lentils and roasted Cauliflower
A fresh and flavorful Indian Spinach Salad with black lentils, roasted cauliflower and roasted radishes. Caramelized shallots and a Tempered Seed Dressing give the salad amazing flavor, depth and crunchy texture. (Serves 2 as an entree salad or 4 as a side salad.)
Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Farro & Turmeric Dressing
Roasted Cauliflower Salad with farro, green onions, and kale with a turmeric dressing — can be served warm as a side or chill as a salad.
Purple Cauliflower Salad (Sicilian Style!)
Purple Cauliflower Salad (Sicilian Style!) with kalamata olives, capers, grains, parsley scallions and pickled onions. This healthy vegan salad is easy to make and keeps for several days, perfect for meal prep!
Warm Winter Cauliflower Salad
This Warm Winter Cauliflower Salad is hearty, and nourishing! I’ts made on a sheet pan with roasted cauliflower, carrots, fennel and chickpeas, with Middle Eastern spices, topped with wi spinach, drizzled with Tahini Sauce.
Shaved Cauliflower Salad w/Creamy Yogurt Dressing
This Shaved Cauliflower Salad is so fresh and flavorful! Made with fresh shaved cauliflower, spring peas, radishes, cucumber, mint, and a delicious Yogurt-Garlic Dressing.
Indian Cauliflower Recipes
Pairing perfectly with Indian flavors, cauliflower soaks up the delicious spiced sauces.
Indian Cauliflower, Chickpea & Tofu Bowls
Savory oven-roasted Indian Cauliflower with Chickpeas and Caramelized Tofu, seasoned with a simple Madras Curry dressing. Serve it with fluffy basmati rice and cilantro mint chutney to create a hearty vegan bowl. A simple dish rich with fragrant spice and amazing flavors. Healthy, flavorful, and vegan!
Frankies! (aka Bombay Burritos)
A delicious recipe for Frankies- India’s street food, also called a Mumbai Burrito or Bombay Burritos. Filled with curried potatoes, roasted cauliflower and chickpeas, spinach, cilantro mint chutney and pickled onions. Vegan! GF adaptable. It requires a few components- but well worth it!
Vegan Tikka Masala (Stovetop or Instant Pot)
Vegan Tikka Masala with Cauliflower can be made in an Instant Pot or on the stovetop in under 25 minutes! An easy, healthy, keto-friendly weeknight meal! | www.feastingathome.com
Aloo Gobi Recipe (Indian-Spiced Potatoes & Cauliflower)
Flavorful Aloo Gobi! Indian-Spiced Potatoes and Cauliflower with Masala Spices- an easy authentic, healthy Indian classic that can be made on the stovetop! Vegan adaptable.
Cauliflower Dal w/ Red Lentils, Coconut and Spinach
Cauliflower Dal with Coconut and Spinach made with split red lentils and fragrant Indian spices. A healthy comforting, plant-based dinner recipe. Vegan-adaptable. (Inspired by Minimalist Baker)
Cauliflower Rice Recipes
Cauliflower rice is a light alternative to rice and other grains. Low carb with a toothsome texture and ready to take on any flavor!
Moroccan Cauliflower Rice
Grain-free Moroccan cauliflower rice or “couscous” is gluten-free, healthy and vibrantly flavorful! Cauliflower stands in for couscous here with dried apricots, toasted almonds and Moroccan spices, tossed with fresh parsley, mint and a lemon honey drizzle. Vegan-adaptable.
Cauliflower Rice Bowls
Roasted Cauliflower Rice Bowl with Tofu and Veggies – a quick and healthy sheet-pan dinner with your choice of protein, tofu or chicken. Vegan, gluten-free! | www.feastingathome.com
How to Make Cauliflower Rice!
How to make cauliflower rice! A healthy, low-carb alternative to rice, that is easy to make and tastes amazing! Use a box grater or food processor then either roast it or saute it on the stovetop! Season with garlic, lemon zest and fresh herbs.
Fajita Cauliflower Rice Bowl
This delicious Fajita Bowl with Cauliflower Rice- is all made on one sheet pan ( including the cauliflower rice!). It’s a fast weeknight meal that is vegan and gluten-free. (Or feel free to add chicken!)
Greek Cauliflower Rice Bowl
A quick and flavorful Cauliflower Rice bowl with grilled souvlaki chicken or tofu, fresh summer vegetables, Cucumber yogurt Sauce and Cauliflower “Rice”.
CAULIFLOWER Side Dish recipes
These cauliflower side dishes are not only full of delicious flavors they are also a great low-carb alternative to the more traditional starchy sides.
Roasted Vegetables
This recipe for Roasted Veggies comes out perfect every time. Use up what you have including cauliflower florets! Easy, healthy, delicious! Vegan and Gluten-free.
Mashed Cauliflower
This Mashed Cauliflower recipe is an easy delicious alternative to mashed potatoes! Low carb, keto-friendly, healthy and full of amazing flavor, the perfect side dish that goes with everything! Vegan adaptable, and Gluten Free!
Cauliflower Gratin
Roasted cauliflower gratin with garlic and sage is a delicious side dish that is keto, low-carb, and gluten-free, perfect for the holiday table! Vegetarian or add bacon or pancetta.
Vegetarian CaulifloweR Dinner Recipes
Healthy, tender cauliflower florets are tucked into savory vegetarian meals.
Kung Pao Cauliflower Noodles!
Flavorful Kung Pao Cauliflower in a flavorful Kung pao sauce, served over noodles.
Roasted Cauliflower Tacos
Roasted Cauliflower Tacos with quick and easy Mole Rojo sauce! These healthy vegan tacos are loaded up with cabbage, avocado, radishes and cilantro and full of satisfying flavor and fresh crunchy ingredients.
Roasted Cauliflower Chimichurri Bowls
Smokey Roasted Cauliflower with Chimichurri Sauce served over seasoned black beans and optional rice with Mexican slaw, avocado, cilantro and pickled onions.
White Enchiladas w/CaulifloweR
White Enchiladas with your choice of roasted cauliflower (or chicken) with Creamy Poblano Sauce!
Cauliflower Faqs
Cauliflower is a good source of fiber and is lower in carbohydrates and calories than rice. It is a perfect rice alternative for those on a low-carb diet.
Cauliflower is mild in flavor, especially when cooked, lending itself well to many different spices and sauces. Perfect with almost any cuisine, including Indian, Mediterranean, and Asian flavors.
Cauliflower is a source of choline, essential for brain development, as well as a key building block for acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that is needed to signal the nervous system. Choline is essential for mood, memory and recall.
Roasting brings out cauliflower’s toasty, earthy sweetness, and it’s our favorite way to cook cauliflower. Make cauliflower “rice” as a grain alternative. Mashed cauliflower is a great low-carb alternative replacement to potatoes.
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Roasted Cauliflower video
30+ Super-Tasty Cauliflower Recipes: Perfect Roasted Cauliflower
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4
- Category: main
- Method: roasted
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Description
These cauliflower recipes are bursting with flavor! Try something new tonight, like cauliflower soup, cauliflower tacos, cauliflower pasta, cauliflower steaks, cauliflower rice, or our “go-to” roasted cauliflower, the perfect side dish to any meal! Here’s our go-to Roasted Cauliflower. (See video above)
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, or enough to coat well.
- 6–8 cloves garlic, rough chopped
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds, whole if possible (or use ground coriander)
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, (or ground cumin)
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4–1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- zest of one lemon
- 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425F
- Trim leaves off the cauliflower, and cut it into small 1-inch florets.
- Place in a bowl and toss with the olive oil. Add the garlic, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, salt, pepper, chili flakes, lemon zest. Toss to coat well.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in the middle rack of the oven for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until fork tender and lightly edges are lightly crispy. Note: Depending on the size that you cut them this may need more or less time.
- Place in a serving dish making sure to get all the seeds from the tray- nd toss with the fresh chopped Italian parsley right before serving. Taste for salt, add more if needed. Add a squeeze of lemon juice if yo like.
- Leftovers will keep up to 4 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator, reheat in the oven or microwave.
Notes
TIP: If your cauliflower is cut too big, your garlic may burn, so cut it into small florets (or for larger florets, cook at 400F for 30 minutes)
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 136
- Sugar: 1.8 g
- Sodium: 339.7 mg
- Fat: 11.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 8.8 g
- Fiber: 3.3 g
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Love these recipes!
Yay!
I don’t even like cauliflower usually and this is one of my new absolute favorites!
These are so creative and look amazing!
Love all of recipes. I am always looking for many new recipes.
Great to hear Carol!