20 Cauliflower Recipes

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Got a head of cauliflower and unsure what to make? This versatile vegetable can do it all! Try one of these 20 delicious cauliflower recipes.

As a kid, cauliflower was one of the many vegetables that I seriously couldn't stand unless it was drenched in some kind of salty cheese sauce. Even as an adult I wouldn't touch it - until I went vegetarian, started eating more veggies, and broadened my horizons. Now, it's one of my favorite foods.

Turns out, there is so much you can do with cauliflower other than steaming it. It's one of the most versatile vegetables out there! Because its natural flavor is fairly mild, you can completely transform it with seasoning or sauce.

Below are recipes for cauliflower tacos, burgers, mac & cheese, alfredo, hash browns, and more! You might even see a surprise dessert in the mix.

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BBQ Cauliflower Wings

5 from 1 vote

These flavorful BBQ cauliflower wings are the perfect appetizer bites for any occasion.

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Whole Roasted Cauliflower

4.74 from 213 votes

Oven roasted whole cauliflower made with potatoes, carrots, and a delicious gravy.

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Baked Cauliflower Parmesan

4.89 from 9 votes

This cauliflower parmesan is a vegan take on the classic chicken parm.

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Garlicky Mashed Cauliflower

4.82 from 11 votes

This mashed cauliflower recipe is a delicious, healthy vegan side dish everyone will enjoy!

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Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Soup

4.24 from 21 votes

This healthy vegan Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Soup recipe is delicious & comforting without all the calories! 

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Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

5 from 5 votes

Easy vegan buffalo cauliflower wings are the perfect spicy appetizer bites.

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Breaded Cauliflower Tacos with Chili Lime Cream Sauce

5 from 1 vote

These healthy vegan tacos are stuffed with oil-free breaded cauliflower and a zesty chili lime cabbage slaw. This is a super fun recipe using an air fryer!

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Vegan Sloppy Joes

4.89 from 27 votes

Easy Vegan Sloppy Joes made in just one pot with lentils and cauliflower for a delicious plant-based dinner.

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Vegan Ranch Pasta Salad

4.95 from 20 votes

Pasta tossed with homemade vegan ranch and tons of vegetables including broccoli, cauliflower, and peas. This is the perfect side dish to share at a potluck to BBQ with family & friends.

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Veggie Pot Pie Soup

5 from 6 votes

This comforting, vegan vegetable pot pie soup is sure to hit the spot!

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Vegan Fried Rice

4.77 from 34 votes

Vegetable-loaded vegan fried rice made with a delicious miso paste sauce and sesame seeds.

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Air Fried Cauliflower Rice

If you haven't tried cauliflower rice, it is surprisingly delicious. This version is made in the air fryer which gives it a great texture.

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Vegan Butter Cauliflower

Looking for a healthy, vegan alternative to butter chicken? This simple dinner recipe uses cauliflower instead of chicken.

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Gluten-Free Cauliflower Hash Browns

These tasty cauliflower hash browns are super crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect addition to a big weekend breakfast.

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Spicy Cauliflower and White Bean Tacos

Cauliflower tacos that pack some heat, baby! The arbol chile spiced cauliflower paired with the refreshing cashew crema make for an incredible combination! Jeni's recipes are always amazing so this is a must try.

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Cauliflower Alfredo

Classic Alfredo is given a dairy-free makeover using our star cruciferous vegetable. You'll be surprised at how rich and creamy this sauce is!

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Dairy-Free Queso

Cauliflower and cashews come together to make this healthy-but-still-creamy queso. Is life even complete with queso and chips? Debatable.

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Cherry Coconut Cauliflower Ice Cream Cake

Were you expecting to see a dessert made out of cauliflower?! Apparently, it's a thing that I've been missing out on, and I'm totally mind blown. Doesn't it look heavenly?

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Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

I swear, it's official, cauliflower can do it all. I love that this mac & cheese is dairy-free, but doesn't lack that dreamy creamy flavor. If you have a picky kiddo, LIKE ME, make this recipe to try to sneak in some veggies!

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Cauliflower Burger

Have you ever made cauliflower steaks? These are like cauliflower steaks 2.0, with a crispy BBQ coating sandwiched between two burger buns. Check out those crispy edges.

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