Cauliflower Recipes

Cauliflower is filled with powerful phytonutrients and antioxidants, such as choline. Some view it as a superfood, and its high fibre content is also excellent for supporting healthy digestion.

Originally hailing from Cyprus, cauliflower comes in four colours: the ubiquitous creamy white version, plus orange, purple and green. The latter also boasts the same chlorophyll content as the veggie's relative, broccoli. The firm, dense head is actually a cluster of immature flowers and is known more correctly as a 'curd'.

Low-carb fans and anyone seeking to reduce calories in their diet will find cauliflower rice a fantastic grain alternative. Simply whizz up florets in the food processor or buy a ready-made version before preparing it in the same way that you would cook white rice. Add cooked and pureed cauliflower to soups or other dishes that are calling out for a rich, smooth and satisfying texture; in fact, this is a great way to sneak a portion of vegetables into your kids' dishes.

Have fun experimenting with recipes that use cauliflower in fresh ways. Try roasted, spiced slices as a hearty side dish, or cover steamed florets with cheese sauce for a classic dish. Use as the hero ingredient in a creamy curry made with plenty of coconut milk, turmeric and coriander, or try making it into a low-carb pizza crust. Roasted, spiced florets make a wonderful alternative to popcorn, served with a spicy tomato sauce or sour cream dip.