24 Ways Cauliflower Became the Star of the Dinner Plate (Who Knew?)

Forget boring side dishes! Cauliflower is having a major makeover. This veggie, once relegated to the mashed potato bowl, is now gracing dinner plates as the main attraction. You might be surprised, but cauliflower can be transformed into delicious and creative dishes that are both healthy and satisfying.

From crispy cauliflower steaks to creamy cauliflower rice, this blog post will explore 24 exciting ways to make cauliflower the star of your next meal. So get ready to discover a world of flavor with this versatile veggie!

Air Fryer Cauliflower with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

This Air Fryer Cauliflower seasoned with spices is so easy to make and amazingly delicious topped with cilantro yogurt sauce. Enjoy as a wonderful low carb side dish or appetizer. Air Fryer Cauliflower with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

Cauliflower Au Gratin

This Cauliflower Au Gratin, also known as a Cauliflower Bake, is a delightful and satisfying dish that brings together the wholesome flavors of cauliflower and creamy gratin goodness. It's an easy comfort food recipe that has quickly become one of the favorites in my house. It's creamy, cheesy, and such a delicious side dish for holidays as well as for Sunday night dinner. Cauliflower Au Gratin

Curried Cauliflower Tomato Soup

This rich Curried Cauliflower Tomato Soup is packed with comforting flavors and good for you ingredients. It's easy to make, naturally vegan, paleo and gluten-free and is sure to warm you up from the inside out. Curried Cauliflower Tomato Soup

Creamy Cauliflower Salad

Vibrant, healthy, and delicious Creamy Cauliflower Salad with Cucumber and Corn is going to be on repeat this summer. So easy to make. You'll love the creamy and herby sauce. Creamy Cauliflower Salad

Lentil Cauliflower Tacos with Avocado Sauce

These Lentil Tacos are one of the easiest and healthiest vegan recipes that has the perfect meat replacement! Not only does it taste amazing, but it's also budget-friendly and a great way to get started with a vegan diet. It's a protein-packed, iron-rich, and full of flavor in each bite thanks to the homemade avocado dressing. Lentil Cauliflower Tacos with Avocado Sauce

Cauliflower and Beet Borscht

This Cauliflower Borscht is easy and quick but it doesn't compromise on flavor. This is my mom's recipe and it's healthy, flavorful, and delicious. You'll be making it on repeat. Cauliflower Borscht

Butternut Squash & Cauliflower Curry

This Butternut Squash Curry features nutty and sweet butternut squash, crunchy cauliflower and bell peppers cooked in a turmeric, Tamari and curry spiced coconut sauce. This healthy fall-inspired dish is quick, easy and great for lunch or dinner. Butternut Squash & Cauliflower Curry

Potato and Cauliflower Soup

This delicious and healthy Potato and Bean Soup is a light yet filling soup. It's made with crunchy cauliflower, protein-packed Pinto beans, and comes together in just 30 minutes! Potato and Cauliflower Soup

Gnocchi with Roasted Cauliflower and Lemon

Gnocchi with Roasted Cauliflower and Lemon! This dinner is perfect for fall; crispy roasted cauliflower, capers, garlic breadcrumbs, gnocchi and fresh lemon juice. A must-make. Gnocchi with Roasted Cauliflower

Tuna Stir Fry with Cauliflower Rice

If you have a lot of tuna stocked up and you’re not sure what to make with it, try this irresistible tuna stir fry, served with cauliflower rice. You won’t believe how good it is! Tuna Stir Fry with Cauliflower Rice

Cheesy Ground Beef & Cauliflower Casserole

This Ground Beef and Cauliflower Casserole is comfort food at its best! This cheesy meal is guaranteed to please the entire family. Cheesy Ground Beef & Cauliflower Casserole

Cauliflower Steak

Let’s make delicious cauliflower steaks that are tender inside and crispy outside. Slice a whole head into thick pieces, pre-cook them for 5 minutes, add ample seasoning, then pan-fry them for 10 minutes! You will love them. And no need to turn on your oven! Cauliflower Steak recipe

Tandoori Cauliflower Bowls

These bowls are so delicious and healthy! Turmeric Basmati Rice with Tandoori Cauliflower, a feta-yogurt sauce, mint and pomegrante. Vegetarian Tandoori Cauliflower Bowls

Sriracha Cauliflower Buffalo Wings

If you love spicy food, you’ll want to try these vegan cauliflower buffalo wings. Crispy, spicy and delicious! Sriracha Cauliflower Buffalo Wings

Roasted Cauliflower Pasta

Roasted cauliflower pasta with lemon, garlic, parsley, and toasted garlic breadcrumbs. A delicious plant-based meal that’s perfect for weeknights. Roasted Cauliflower Pasta

Cauliflower Cakes with Feta

Healthy, crispy and delicious cauliflower cakes with feta cheese and dill pickle sauce are loaded with flavors and good for you ingredients. Cauliflower Cakes with Feta

Kung Pao Cauliflower

This delicious Kung Pao cauliflower recipe puts a nutritious twist on the classic Kung Pao chicken. Cauliflower florets are tossed in an aromatic, spicy homemade sauce with crunchy roasted peanuts to create an irresistible sweet, salty, and spicy dish. You may not return to Chinese takeout once you learn to make this recipe! Kung Pao Cauliflower

Cauliflower Parmesan

Enjoy a low-carb twist on a classic with our Cauliflower Parmesan recipe, packed with crunchy, cheesy goodness. Perfect as a main or side dish! Cauliflower Parmesan

Cauliflower Sweet Potato Mash

This Instant Pot cauliflower sweet potato mash is the perfect side dish for almost any comfort food. If you love comfort foods like meatloaf and other such dishes that require mashed potatoes as a side dish, then I’ve got a fabulous recipe for you today! Cauliflower Sweet Potato Mash

Roasted Cauliflower with Breadcrumbs, Capers, Almond + Raisins

This easy recipe for Italian roasted cauliflower is a little sweet, salty, crunchy, and can get even a roasted cauliflower hater to love it. Roasted Cauliflower with Breadcrumbs, Capers, Almond + Raisins

Cauliflower Manchurian

Cauliflower Manchurian or Gobi Manchurian is one of the best vegan appetizers you can enjoy. Crunchy deep-fried cauliflower tossed in the most delicious spicy Manchurian sauce. Learn how to make it at home by following a few simple steps! Cauliflower Manchurian

Roasted Cauliflower Carbonara

Roasted cauliflower carbonara is an easy recipe using a head of cauliflower. Just like with classic carbonara, this recipe has garlic, egg yolks and crispy bacon for a wonderful flavor. Why not try this easy weeknight dinner tonight? Roasted Cauliflower Carbonara.

Sausage and Cauliflower Rice Skillet

This sausage and cauliflower rice skillet made with peppers is an incredibly easy keto cauliflower rice recipe that is ready in no time! Sausage and Cauliflower Rice Skillet

Korean Cauliflower

Try this delicious Korean Cauliflower recipe for a healthy, flavorful side or Dinner. Simple ingredients and easy to make, it's perfect for any meal. Korean Cauliflower