Cauliflower is having a moment, and it’s way beyond pizza crusts. This collection of creative cauliflower dishes will transform your cooking game. You’ll be amazed at what this versatile veggie can do.
Salt and Vinegar Popcorn Cauliflower
Love popcorn shrimp? Try this salt and vinegar popcorn cauliflower for a healthier, equally addictive alternative.
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Buffalo Cauliflower Steaks
Roasted buffalo cauliflower steaks topped with creamy blue cheese coleslaw. A great game day option with a healthy twist.
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Cheddar Cauliflower Burgers
Vegetarian cauliflower burgers stuffed with cheddar cheese and topped with pickled red cabbage and refreshing cilantro pesto.
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Cauliflower Bacon Gratin
The ultimate indulgence: cauliflower baked with salty bacon in a creamy, mouth-watering gratin sauce. Perfect for a comforting and hearty dish.
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Roasted Cauliflower Pasta
A great break from ordinary pasta dishes, this recipe uses roasted cauliflower with lemon and garlic breadcrumbs for a fresh and flavorful meal.
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Crispy Air Fryer Vegan Cauliflower Tacos
Inspired by crispy fish tacos, these vegan cauliflower tacos are perfect for summer, paired with softened tortillas and cilantro lime slaw.
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Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings
Looking for a healthier, vegan alternative to buffalo wings? These air fryer cauliflower wings are a must-try, packing all the flavor without the meat.
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Lentil Tacos with Roasted Cauliflower
These vegan lentil tacos are packed with flavor, featuring roasted cauliflower and a creamy avocado herb sauce. Perfect for a fresh take on taco night.
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Sriracha Cauliflower Buffalo Wings
If you love spicy food, these vegan sriracha cauliflower buffalo wings are a great choice. They’re crispy, spicy, and perfect for an appetizer or snack.
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Buffalo Cauliflower Flatbread Sandwiches
These vegan sandwiches are packed with flavor, featuring roasted buffalo cauliflower on homemade flatbreads with a simple dairy-free ranch dressing.
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Cauliflower Pizza Bowl
Love pizza but want to avoid the crust? These cauliflower pizza bowls give you all the great flavors of pizza in a healthier way.
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Cauliflower Steaks
Cauliflower steaks are hearty and flavorful, making them a great main course. It’s time to let cauliflower shine as the star of the meal.
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Roasted Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
This side dish is creamy, garlicky, and perfect for any dinner or holiday meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a great veggie-centric option.
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Colored Cauliflower Recipe
Add vibrant colors to your dinner plate with this colored cauliflower recipe. It’s as visually stunning as it is flavorful, making it a great addition to any meal.
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Bang Bang Cauliflower
Crunchy cauliflower wings coated in a sweet and spicy Bang Bang sauce make for a simple, addictive vegan appetizer that’s hard to resist.
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Crispy Orange Cauliflower
A vegan take on the traditional Chinese takeout dish, “Orange Chicken,” this recipe features crunchy cauliflower bites with a tasty Chinese-style orange sauce.
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Cauliflower Steak With Romesco Sauce
Marinated and baked cauliflower steaks served with homemade Romesco sauce. A great vegan and gluten-free main dish that the whole family will love.
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Cauliflower Popcorn Recipe
Cauliflower popcorn is a great savory snack alternative. Perfect for movie nights, it’s a healthy way to enjoy a crunchy treat.
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Cauliflower Tabbouleh Recipe
This cauliflower tabbouleh is light, zingy, and refreshing, making it a great dish for spring. Perfect for a fresh take on a classic recipe.
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Roasted Cauliflower Carbonara
An easy weeknight dinner using roasted cauliflower, garlic, egg yolks, and crispy bacon. Just like classic carbonara but with a great veggie twist.
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Tri-Color Cauliflower, Lentils, and Cherry Tacos
These aren’t your ordinary vegan tacos. Fresh cherries pair perfectly with roasted cauliflower, red lentils, and dill for a great taco night or potluck option.
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General Tso’s Cauliflower
Healthier Chinese food with battered and baked cauliflower florets tossed in a spicy-sweet General Tso’s sauce.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
