Cauliflower Recipes
11 Keto Vegetable Side Dishes for Any Meal
If your weekly keto meal planning tends to focus on entrees, we have some great ideas for keto side dishes. We’ve found that the best keto side dishes perfectly compliment larger meals, but also steal a little bit of the spotlight. This post rounds up some of our favorite ways to enjoy ketogenic meals with ...
7 Easy Keto Dinner Ideas for Beginners
As motivated as you might be to start following a ketogenic diet, you’re probably wondering: What’s on the menu? Glad you asked! We have plenty of keto recipes on our blog (including tasty breakfast, lunch, and dessert options), but today we’re highlighting seven easy dishes that’ll have you looking forward to a delicious keto dinner.
Coconut Flour vs. Almond Flour Differences
No wheat? No problem. Baking without using all-purpose, whole-wheat, or white whole-wheat flour doesn’t have to cramp your baking style. Whether you’re gluten-free or not, these days it’s both fun and (relatively) straightforward to bake muffins, cakes, breads, and cookies with alternative flours [1]. We’ll compare two of the most common gluten-free flour alternatives, coconut ...
How to Cook Scallops
Are you the kind of person who loves ordering scallops from a restaurant menu, but rarely cooks them at home? We’ve been there. Scallops can seem like an extra-special dish that’s reserved for nice dinners out—but they’re far too tasbrty to eat only on rare occasions. Plus, this shellfish is quick cooking and the perfect ...
Anchovies vs. Sardines
It’s high time sardines and anchovies get their due as the nutritional powerhouses, secret ingredients, and delicious fish they truly are. Not convinced? We get it. Anchovy fillets and sardines have a history of being somewhat … polarizing. But we’re arguing part of the reason for their lack of love is simply not knowing enough ...
Date Night In: Thomas DeLauer’s Keto Scallops and Cauliflower Risotto
Prep School goes keto … again! On today’s episode, Thomas DeLauer is back in the test kitchen with Megan Mitchell to whip up an elegant dinner that’s perfect for dinner parties or a date night in. Instead of using arborio rice, riced cauliflower stands in for the grain [1], and every bite is extra creamy ...
Keto Mashed Cauliflower Is an Easy Thanksgiving Side Dish
Don’t let dietary restrictions derail your Thanksgiving feast this year. As Prep School host Megan Mitchell says, “This dish is great to bring to any sort of holiday. If your Memaw decides to do Whole30® or your cousin is vegan—guess what? This is for you.” The texture rivals the silkiness of mashed potatoes, and you can ...
Keto Recipe: Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
What if you could enjoy all the creamy, cheesy comfort of mac and cheese without pasta? Cauliflower Mac and Cheese does exactly that—Megan Mitchell’s version transforms tender roasted cauliflower into a stand-in noodle, combining it with a luscious cheese sauce and baking it until bubbly and golden. Because there’s no wheat or traditional pasta, this ...
Keto Cauliflower Gnocchi Recipe
[schema description]Gnocchi is typically made with potatoes, a keto diet no-no. But we found a way to enjoy this Italian comfort food using cauliflower as a starch stand-in—and we might like this version even better than the original! Each gnocchi is pillowy soft and a drizzle of brown butter scented with woody thyme doesn’t hurt, ...
Keto and Whole30-Compliant Loco Moco Recipe
[schema description]Travel to the Hawaiian islands and you might come across loco moco on a local menu. There are plenty of ways to whip up this hearty dish, but it’s traditionally made by sliding a hamburger patty over a bed of white rice, then topping it with a fried egg and thick brown gravy. To ...
The Best Fall Recipes For Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner
Sure, summer cooking is hard to beat with backyard barbecues, an array of fresh produce, and frozen cocktails to sip in the sun, but don’t let the change in weather put a bad taste in your mouth. From phenomenal seasonal ingredients to warming comfort foods, fall is full of flavor. Need a little recipe inspiration ...
Chicken Chickpea Curry With Almond Milk Recipe
[schema description]Chicken curry in a hurry? Not so fast. This might not be a 30-minute meal, but it’s pretty darn close (and the extra minutes mean richer flavor!). Our recipe blends all sorts of spices—like coriander, cardamom, and cumin—with creamy almond milk (new from Califia!), a touch of peanut butter, and turmeric for color. Carrot ...
About Cauliflower: Unique Recipes, Nutrition & Benefits
Cauliflower might have gotten its start as the plain jane of the vegetable world, but don’t feel sorry for this cruciferous veggie—it’s stepping into the spotlight in a big way! From pizza crust to a thickener in soups and stews, there are more ways to use this ingredient than you can count on one hand, ...
Apricot-Sesame Cauliflower Wings Recipe
[schema description]In the Thrive Market test kitchen, we’re big fans of Chef Chloe Coscarelli (evidence here!). Her vegan recipes are so flavorful and creative, they instantly make anyone a fan—no matter what kind of eater they are. These cauliflower “wings” are straight from her latest cookbook, Chloe Flavor, and make the perfect appetizer to feed ...
Lemon Garlic Cauliflower Dip With Carrot Chips Recipe
[schema description]Here’s a hummus hack you’ll love—make it with cauliflower! We’ve got nothing against garbanzo beans, but cauliflower also whips up to a smooth base you’ll love for dipping everything from veggie chips to pita bread. An infused garlic oil amps up the flavor, and if you purée the ingredients for at least 2 minutes—trust ...
Healthy & Easy Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe (Dairy-Free + Vegan)
If you love the creamy indulgence of classic Alfredo — silky sauce, rich flavor, and comforting pasta — but want to keep it plant-based (and optionally gluten-free), this vegan version of Fettuccine Alfredo shows exactly how it’s done. The traditional Alfredo trio of butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan is replaced by a clever blend: cooked ...
Broccoli vs. Cauliflower
Eat your veggies. That’s what doctors, nutritionists, and parents the world over have been saying for decades. And clearly they were onto something as research continues to uncover new ways that vegetables can help improve human health and allow people to thrive [1]. But what about broccoli vs. cauliflower?
Honey Mustard Whole Roasted Cauliflower With Green Herb Sauce Recipe
[schema description]When your Thanksgiving meal needs to appease a variety of appetites, this dish does double duty as a side or vegetarian main course. It’s an impressive addition to any table, but comes together quickly (your secret’s safe with us!). Honey and mustard concentrates the flavor of the cauliflower as it roasts, encasing it in ...
Roasted Cauliflower and Pine Nut–Parmesan Pasta Recipe
[schema description]When pasta alone sounds too indulgent, there’s an easy way to add a little extra nutrition—roasted vegetables. Here we went with oven-roasted cauliflower to complement a big bowl of tagliatelle in a garlicky pine nut–parmesan sauce. After a long day, it’s the perfect comfort food.[/schema]
Curry-Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
[schema description]Mild yet hearty, cauliflower is the perfect match for a bold spices like curry and cinnamon. Roasting it with onions allows the edges to caramelize, bringing out a natural sweetness that’s perfectly complemented by raisins and coconut flakes. Since it takes just a few minutes of prep time, this easy side dish will become a regular part ...
Roasted Salmon and Cauliflower Rice Bowl Recipe
[schema description]Mild in flavor and color, cauliflower makes an ideal substitute for rice in grain-free cooking. Here, we’re using it as a base for a roasted salmon and sautéed veggies, and amping the flavor up with traditional Middle Eastern spices. [/schema]
Gluten-Free Side Dish: Roasted Cauliflower Salad
[schema description]There’s something truly magical about roasting cauliflower: its edges caramelize, flavors deepen, and its mildness becomes a blank canvas for bold accents. This roasted cauliflower salad with tahini takes that canvas and adorns it with pomegranate seeds, fresh herbs, shallots, pine nuts, and a creamy tahini drizzle. It transforms humble cauliflower into a side ...
This Whole Cauliflower Braised in Tomato Sauce Is a Real Show-Stopper
[schema description]Distinctively Mediterranean in flavor, braised cauliflower takes on a substantial and almost meaty feel in this hearty dish. Try cooking the cauliflower in a slow cooker for an even easier version.[/schema]
Homemade Cauliflower Hummus
[schema description]Hummus has always been celebrated for its creamy texture and versatile flavor, but this lightened-up hummus takes that classic concept and redefines it. Instead of relying on chickpeas alone, this version introduces cauliflower — a brilliant swap that keeps the texture silky while significantly reducing calories and carbs. The result? A lighter, veggie-forward hummus ...