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9 Awesome Things You Can Do With Cauliflower

Natasha Hinde— The Huffington Post UK

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Cauliflower: it's the vegetable that would make most of us run away with terror as kids.

But now, it's become something of a minor celebrity in the foodie world and we simply can't get enough of it.

The most wonderful thing about cauliflower - aside from its unique taste - is that it's incredibly versatile. These days you can make pretty much anything from it whether that's rice, pizza bases or even a mashed potato substitute.

And if that isn't enough to make you bulk buy the beige stuff, cauliflower contains vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients, or plant nutrients, that can help neutralise damaging toxins in the body.

According to LiveStrong, it is rich in vitamin C which promotes skin and brain health, and contains potassium which is an essential dietary mineral.

Intrigued? Watch the video above to see nine awesome things you can make with it...

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Not got your fill of cauliflower yet? Check out these awesome recipes for more inspiration...

Cauliflower Recipes We Can't Wait To Try

Cauliflower Kale Salad (01 of30)

This double superfood salad also has Dijon mustard and hemp seeds. Get the recipe from Love And Lemons here.

Mexican Tofu Scramble With Cauliflower Rice(02 of30)

This breakfast (or lunch or dinner) recipe can be made as is or topped with a poached egg — seriously, you should do it. Get the recipe from Food Faith Fitness here.

Cauliflower Crust Pizza(03 of30)

This one can be a little hard to master (you may need a few experimental attempts), but you'll end up with a gluten-free and healthier version of your favourite carby treat: pizza. Get the recipe from The Healthy Foodie here.

Roasted Cauliflower With Pomegranate Seeds (04 of30)

This roasted creation is topped with salted yogurt and lentils. Get the recipe from 80 Twenty here.

Veggie Alfredo Lasagna (05 of30)

Cauliflower is so versatile, you can even blend it to create your own homemade (and healthy) alfredo sauce. Get the recipe from Pinch of Yum here.

Whole Roasted Curry Cauliflower (06 of30)

Seriously, your whole roasted turkey has nothing on this vegetable. Get the recipe from The Fitchen here.

Cauliflower and Chickpea Curry(07 of30)

If you're feeling like Indian, we suggest this spicy turmeric-infused curry. Get the recipe from Naturally Ella here.

Roasted Cauliflower With Tahini-Cilantro Vinaigrette(08 of30)

This colourful cauliflower creation is made with two types of cauliflower (yes, purple cauliflower) and melted coconut oil. Get the recipe from Blissful Basil here.

Cauliflower Cheese(09 of30)

Honestly, this oozing cheese and cauliflower combination has left us speechless. Get get the recipe from smitten kitchen here.

Roasted Cauliflower and Farro Salad with Feta and Avocado(10 of30)

With everything from sundried tomatoes to kalamata olives, this roasted cauliflower salad is a hefty one. Get the recipe from Cookie + Kate here.

Pasta With Cauliflower And Bacon (11 of30)

This carblicious lunch is topped with bread crumbs and fresh thyme. Get the recipe from Framed Cooks here.

Roasted Cauliflower Hummus (12 of30)

Entertaining sometime this month? Try this homemade cauliflower hummus in place of your store-bought one. Get the recipe from Cook Eat Paleo here.

Cauliflower and Walnuts Spaghetti (13 of30)

Forget the meatballs and go with fresh basil leaves and roasted cauliflower instead. Get the recipe from Namely Marly here .

Roasted Cauliflower Gratin(14 of30)

This cheddar cheese pile of goodness is also made with low-fat milk and panko breadcrumbs. Get the recipe from Tori Avey here.

Cauliflower Breakfast Muffins(15 of30)

Skip the chocolate chip muffins and try something savoury instead. These egg muffins are made with lean ham and jalapeno slices. Get the recipe from Easy Health Living here.

Sesame Glazed Cauliflower “Wings”(16 of30)

Feeling left out in the wing department? Opt for this vegan version. Get the recipe from Cupcakes And Kale Chips here.

Cauliflower and Broccoli Omelet with Feta(17 of30)

Wake up to this veggie omelette topped with cherry tomatoes and feta cheese. Get the recipe from Smarter Fitter here.

Shrimp and Cauliflower Stew(18 of30)

This classic comfort food can also be made with seafood (like shrimp) and veggies (like cauliflower). Get the recipe from Tops Market here.

Grilled Chipotle Lime Cauliflower Steaks (19 of30)

Hey, who says vegetarians and vegans don't enjoy grilling? These meatless steaks are mixed with chipotle powder and cilantro leaves. Get the recipe from The Kitchn here.

Loaded Cauliflower Bake (20 of30)

This loaded bake is loaded with bacon, low-fat cheese and chopped scallions. Get the recipe from Emily Bites here.

Red Lentil Cauliflower Soup(21 of30)

Warm up with this cauliflower soup made with onions and ground cumin. Get the recipe from Homemade Levity here.

Cauliflower Quiche with Gruyere, Pecans And Caramelized Shallots(22 of30)

There's a whole lot of savoury going on in his quiche, and we're huge fans of the added pecans. Get the recipe from Fresh here.

Cauliflower Fried Rice (23 of30)

Cauliflower can also be turned into "rice." This Indonesian recipe is also made with onions and eggs. Get the recipe from Pick N Pay here.

Crispy Cauliflower Burger(24 of30)

It may look like a chicken burger, but this veggie-friendly breaded cauliflower burger is the next best thing. Get the recipe from The Cozy Apron here.

Gobi Manchurian(25 of30)

This popular Indian-Chinese appetizer is made with a load of spices and chopped up veggies. Oh, and gobi is cauliflower in Hindi. Get the recipe from Archana's Kitchen here.

Moroccan Cauliflower Poppers (26 of30)

This five-ingredient popper recipe takes only five minutes to prep! Get the recipe from Lexi's Clean Kitchen here.

Cauliflower Stir-Fried with Fermented Bean Curd(27 of30)

Serve this dish as an appetizer or add it to a bed of rice for dinner. Get the recipe from Serious Eats here.

Cauliflower Fritters(28 of30)

These cheesy fried fritters are topped with fresh Greek yogurt and tomatoes. Get the recipe from May I Have That Recipe here.

Buffalo Cauliflower Dip (29 of30)

In honour of the Super Bowl, we're also digging this new way to eat salty corn chips. Get the recipe from Mother Thyme here.

Cauliflower Muffins(30 of30)

These savoury treats are gluten free and high in protein. Get the recipe from Orna Bakes here.

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