Check out these 30+ stunning vegan cauliflower recipes that will change your feelings about this big white vegetable. So many creative and mouth-watering options here.
This round-up of recipes was originally published in June 2020. It has been updated to add better recipes and content.
Cauliflower is one of my favourite, most versatile vegetables and if you need some inspiration, you’ve come to the right place.
Cauliflower can make pizza crust, wings, smoothies, rice, and SO MUCH MORE!
These recipes are game-changers for your kitchen!
I’ve carefully selected the very best, healthier vegan cauliflower recipes to include here.
Cauliflower is a cruciferous veggie that’s high in fibre and is said to aid in weight loss since it’s filling, yet low in calories. So it’s perfect for a light, but filling meal.
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Bits, Bites, and Dips
Vegan Cauliflower Buffalo Wings [Oven or Air Fryer]
Buffalo "wings" are flavourful with the perfect blend of spices and coated in a wholesome batter using brown rice flour for a crispy bite. These bite-sized cauliflower florets are perfect for game day and party platters! Bonus, they're gluten-free, dairy-free, and oil-free!
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Healthy Vegan Cauliflower Cheese Sauce [SPICY]
Your favourite pub food is now a wholesome, mouth-watering dip! This HEALTHY jalapeno popper dip is spicy, luscious, and delicious. PLUS, it's virtually fat-free and made using 100% wholesome ingredients. Now how's that for vegan cauliflower recipes??
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Roasted Cauliflower Hummus Recipe by Debra Klein
Roasted cauliflower hummus is low in carbs, high in nutrition, and big on flavour yet low in calories… an ideal choice if you're a foodie with health goals.
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Cauliflower Nuggets by The Banana Diaries
NOT your average cauliflower nuggets (aka they're not just florets coated in bread!). These nuggets are based on steamed cauli and pea protein for an added protein punch all while being vegan, grain free, dairy free, and Paleo!
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Vegan Gluten-free Teriyaki Cauliflower Wings by Zardy Plants
These sweet, crispy, addictive teriyaki cauliflower bites make a healthy and delicious snack, meal, or party food. Kid-friendly too!
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Cauliflower Crackers Recipe by Healthy Taste of Life
Crisp and crunchy cauli crackers are gluten free and vegan - a great healthy snack for people with food sensitivities. Enjoy these crackers with spreads, dips, soups, or on their own.
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Soups
Vegan Jalapeno Popper Soup
Want a nice spicy kick? This jalapeno popper soup combines vegan cheddar sauce with jalapenos for a spicy, delicious bite! It's made using wholesome ingredients, it's filling and satisfying, and ready in 35 minutes!
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Cream of Carrot Cauliflower Soup w/ Dill
This creamy soup is warming, comforting and so satisfying! This soup packs some really BIG flavour and is quick and easy to make. Ready in about 35 minutes from start to finish.
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Cauliflower Curry Soup by Easy and Delish
A low carb Cauliflower Curry Soup that can be prepared in 30 minutes and makes for a perfect, healthy weeknight dinner. It's also paleo, Whole30 and gluten-free.
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Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup
Instant Pot cauli soup is nutritious, tasty, and ready in less than 20 minutes. It's smooth and creamy, light and satisfying, all with only 5 ingredients! The perfect go-to when you just don't have the time! Add a squeeze of lemon juice to your bowl for a flavour boost.
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Healthy Roasted Turmeric Cauliflower Soup by Watch What you Eat
Roast fresh florets in the oven and turn them into this amazing roasted turmeric cauliflower soup. Perfect cold-night golden healthy soup to warm you up and fill your belly.
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Pasta and Cauliflower Rice
Healthy Cauliflower Bolognese Sauce
Hearty, loaded with veggies and seasoned with Italian flavours, this Cauliflower Bolognese will make your vegan Bolognese sauce dreams come true! Serve with your favourite pasta or veggie noodles for a low calorie option.
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Skinny Fettuccine Cauliflower Alfredo by A Virtual Vegan
This quick & easy Skinny Fettuccine Cauliflower Alfredo is rich, creamy & delicious. It also happens to be really low in calories & virtually fat free!
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Asian Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce
This stir fry with peanut sauce is wholesome, flavourful and loaded with goodness! It's rich, peanutty sauce packs big, bold flavour in every single bite. But using cauliflower in place of rice keeps this low in calories and packed with fiber.
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Greek Cauliflower Rice by It’s a Veg World After All
This delicious Greek Rice is super flavorful and easy to prepare, featuring fresh flavours like parsley and lemon. Perfect for a lighter meal, using cauliflower in place of rice!
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Tacos, Wraps, and Burgers
Veggie Ground Taco Meat
Hearty, meaty and absolutely mouth-watering veggie ground meat is perfect for tacos, burritos, nachos and more! With the perfect blend of homemade taco seasoning, you will want this on your Taco Tuesday rotation.
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Vegan Peanut Ginger Cauliflower Veggie Burgers by The Joy of Eating
Use riced cauliflower along with oats and chickpeas to make a flavorful and fiber packed veggie burger! It's seasoned with soy sauce, ginger and peanut butter!
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Asian Slaw Vegan Wraps with Cauliflower Rice
Vegan wraps stuffed with coconutty cauliflower rice, Asian slaw with peanutty dressing, hints of fresh cilantro and then grilled to perfection. They're flavourful, savoury, and incredibly satisfying. Perfect for lunch, potlucks, meal prep and more!
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Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos by Plants Dish
Vegan cauliflower tacos with quick avocado ranch sauce are everything tacos should be. Crunchy, filling, and spicy with a cool ranch drizzle.
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Other Mains
Vegan Sweet and Sour Cauliflower
Another cauliflower win! This vegan sweet and sour cauliflower is sweet, sticky, and so incredibly delicious! Serve it over brown rice for the ultimate comfort dish that tastes WAY better than takeout.
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Garlic and Smoked Paprika Whole Roasted Cauliflower by Veggie Desserts
Whole roasted cauliflower is a showstopping healthy baked main or side dish. The garlic and smoked paprika give it a wonderful flavor, while the cauli gets soft inside and crispy on the outside.
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Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls by Dishing out Health
Cauliflower Shawarma Bowls with crispy chickpeas, basmati rice, and Green Tahini Sauce. These vegan and gluten free bowls are perfect for meal prep lunch or easy weeknight dinner.
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Orange Cauliflower by Veggie Inspired
Roasted orange cauliflower in a sticky sweet orange sauce that's loaded with diced peppers. Ready in less than 30 minutes!
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Kung Pao Cauliflower by Home Cooked Roots
This Kung Pao Cauliflower might not be traditional, but it is a healthier version of an old favorite, packed with flavor from the fresh garlic, ginger and lime juice and comes together in about an hour!
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Air Fryer Cauliflower Steak
Air fryer cauliflower steak is delicious, healthy, and on the table in no time. But if you don't have an air fryer, you can bake it in your oven. Serve this plant-based dish with roasted sweet potatoes, pasta, or a big green salad.
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Sides and Drinks
Healthy Cauliflower Mash
Creamy, garlicky, flavour-filled, and incredibly satisfying cauliflower mash! This wholesome twist on your FAV mashed potato recipe is just as flavourful, but at a fraction of the calories. A winning side dish!
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Garlic Parmesan Vegan Roasted Cauliflower
Simple and tasty, this vegan Parmesan roasted cauli has a TON of flavour! It will make a beautiful side dish to accompany your meal. With only 6 ingredients, simple preparation and 30 minutes or less, you've really got to try this!
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Vegan Hash Brown Casserole [Oil Free]
A lighter version of vegan hash brown casserole that makes a fantastic side dish! Made using half cauliflower and half potatoes to reduce the calories and carbohydrates, but still delivers incredible taste and satisfaction.
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Vegan Cauliflower Gratin by My Quiet Kitchen
This modern, vegan version of Gratin features cauliflower two ways – as tender florets and blended into a smooth and creamy sauce. This surprisingly light cauliflower gratin is perfect anytime, from holidays and special occasions to a plain old Saturday night in!
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Cauliflower Tabbouleh by Cook At Home Mom
Cauliflower Tabbouleh is totally grain free and gluten free, because it's made with with cauliflower rice! Simply add in some fresh herbs and veggies, then toss with a garlic and lemon vinaigrette. This dish is bursting with all the wonderful flavor of the classic dish!
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Tropical Cauliflower Smoothie The by Recipe Well
Sneak some veggies into your morning with this Tropical Smoothie! Made with cauliflower, almond milk and tropical fruits, it's a sweet way to enjoy this cruciferous vegetable! Add some hemp hearts or chia seeds for protein and healthy fats.
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Delicious Peanut Butter Cauliflower Smoothie by Clean Eating Kitchen
You're going to love this delicious and easy Peanut Butter Cauliflower Smoothie that is vegan and dairy-free. Serve this for breakfast or as a satisfying snack. It tastes like a Peanut Butter Milkshake!!!
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Are you as excited as I am to try all these vegan cauliflower recipes??
Truly delicious, satisfying, and mouth-watering options to turn that big white veggie into something new and exciting!
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Buon appetito
Rosa
Dorie says
Thank you so much for this wonderful collection of healthy recipes. This entire email is going in my healthy foods folder. I enjoy reading the names of the websites as much as the recipes. Didn’t see where to leave stars but 5 stars for me. Dorie
Rosa says
Thanks so much for the feedback Dorie. 🙂