Are you looking for inspiration for cooking with cauliflower? You've come to the right place! These delightful vegan cauliflower recipes are easy to make, healthy, vibrant, and satiating.
We've listed 25 of the best cauliflower recipes from all over the internet that will help you cook wholesome plant-based dinners with bite and flavor! Browse through this list, and take your pick: from quick cauliflower sides, easy dinners, meal-prep-friendly lunches, and nourishing meals with healthy plant-based protein.
Browse through this list and take your pick - these vibrant dishes will please vegans and non-vegans alike!

BEST VEGAN CAULIFLOWER RECIPES
1. Cauliflower rice
We start this list of cauliflower recipes with a serving of Cauliflower rice - the perfect side dish for curries, stews, and anything with a sauce. It's easy to make in just 10 minutes with a few simple ingredients.
2. Chickpea frittata muffins
Chickpea frittata muffins are an easy make-ahead recipe that you can eat as a nutritious and tasty breakfast, quick lunch, or dinner. They are very similar to vegan mini quiches and can customize with any vegetables of your choice.
3. Tofu curry
Making a great tofu curry is easy. Here we'll show you how to put this meal together in less than 30 minutes, and make the best everyday vegan curry recipe.
4. Red pepper pasta with roasted cauliflower
Creamy, quick, and scrumptious. The red pepper sauce is so good you'll want to put it on top of everything. This is an easy recipe that you can make in less than 30 minutes, with seasonal veggies and herbs.
5. Vegan cauliflower gyros
Marinated cauliflower, vegan tzatziki, and soft flatbread make a wonderful combination in these vegan cauliflower gyros. It's a colorful and satiating dinner idea that you can easily prep in advance.
6. Roasted cauliflower steaks with olives and capers
These roasted cauliflower steaks are umami-packed, healthy, and satiating. Sneh made a marinade of olives and capers that are perfect with charred cauliflower. It's also gluten-free and paleo-friendly.
7. Sticky cauliflower wings
Jessica's crunchy cauliflower wings with a maple-sesame flavor are the perfect appetizer, snack, and game night favorite. They're gluten-free and incredibly easy to make - ready in less than 30 minutes.
8. Vegan cauliflower pizza crust
This gluten-free and grain-free favorite is a wonderful alternative to the classic pizza dough. Dana made a vibrant cauliflower pizza crust that pairs with any pizza topping and leaves you light and satiated.
9. Chimichurri cauliflower bowls
Smoky, satiating, and vibrant cauliflower bowls with Mexican chimichurri sauce? Yes, please! Sylvia created these colorful and healthy vegan bowls that make a nourishing dinner and can even be repurposed for vegan tacos. YUM.
10. Whole roasted cauliflower
A very easy and guest-friendly dinner recipe that will impress everyone around your table. This whole roasted cauliflower with tahini dressing has just the right amount of crunch and char, and makes a good foundation for a wholesome meal.
11. Cauliflower nachos
Another game night favorite of ours is these vibrant cauliflower nachos topped with black beans vegan cheese, and jalapenos. Hannah's vegan Mexican recipe is super healthy and nutritious, making these vegan nachos a guilt-free pleasure.
12. Vegan cauliflower alfredo sauce
A decadent and creamy alfredo sauce but without the extra calories. Vegan broth, cauliflower, and vegan butter come together in this delicious alfredo sauce that makes an ideal candlelight dinner idea.
13. Creamy vegan cauliflower soup
A cozy, creamy yet incredibly light soup is added to our recipe list with this creamy vegan cauliflower soup. Meal-prep-friendly and with simple ingredients, Claire's gluten-free cauliflower soup is a must-try!
14. Crispy cauliflower pasta salad
Lemon and shallot vinaigrette, roasted cauliflower and toasted walnuts make an amazing combination in this delightful pasta salad. Rene's pasta salad is also served with avocado and fresh leaves of basil, it's a definite dinner must-try.
15. Easy creamy cauliflower curry
Only 35 minutes of cooking time, and this easy and endlessly creamy cauliflower curry is ready. We love that it's whole30, gluten-free, and low-carb - so this vegan curry will be a crowd-pleaser.
Get the recipe @themodernproper
16. Sticky cauliflower meatballs
Anjali made these beautiful Asian-inspired vegan meatballs with cauliflower rice. Serve these easy, baked meatballs on rice and with fresh coriander on top; it's a refreshing way to eat your greens.
17. Herby cauliflower salad
Adam and Joanne's easy cauliflower salad is a meal-prep-friendly, lunch-box-worthy cauliflower favorite. With plant-based protein such as chickpeas and a herby, lemony dressing this cauliflower salad is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
18. Sweet and sour cauliflower
Just like takeaway but probably better, this sweet and sour cauliflower makes a perfect quick dinner. Brita's food is always simple yet so appealing, and this 25 min cauliflower dish is no different!
19. Mashed cauliflower with kale
A perfect side dish for the holidays, thanksgiving, and for stews and pots - this mashed cauliflower with kale is a healthy alternative to mashed potatoes. Deryn's recipe can be paired with any veggie you like and can be made it advance as it keeps well in the fridge.
20. Roasted cauliflower dip
Cauliflower is cooked in a new way with this healthy cauliflower dip with hazelnuts and smoked paprika. Dara's recipe is ready in 35 minutes and is gluten-free, dairy-free and low-carb too.
21. Roasted sweet potato and cauliflower tacos
A fun way to eat vegetarian tacos is with these roasted sweet potatoes and cauliflower tacos. Perfect for taco Tuesday, Jess' tacos are ready in just 40 minutes and with healthy plant-based proteins. YUM.
Get the recipe @playswellwithbutter
22. Vegan blackened cauliflower
A hearty and satiating dinner with easy-to-find ingredients - Lauren's blackened cauliflower is a great way to incorporate more veggies into your diet. Serve with pasta and a creamy vegan pesto for a luxurious everyday dinner.
23. Lettuce wraps with spicy teriyaki cauliflower
Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or as a meatless meal. These spicy teriyaki cauliflower lettuce cups are low-carb, fun to eat, gluten-free and healthy.
24. Sheet pan cauliflower fajitas
A great recipe for a grilling/vegan barbecue feast - these sheet pan cauliflower fajitas are a wonderful summer appetizer, side dish, or main. Add slices of avocado, lime juice, and a serving of rice and you'll have a wholesome and delicious plant-based meal.
25. Vegan cheesy cauliflower gratin
Cauliflower, mushrooms, and a creamy sauce come together in an indulgent combination with this cauliflower gratin. Lisa's vegan gratin is a perfect cozy side dish for autumn, winter, and the holidays.
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HOW TO STORE CAULIFLOWER RECIPES
- How to store: Store these meals in air-tight containers in the fridge. Eat within 2-3 days of making them, but they are best and freshest on the day of preparing them.
- How to reheat: Warm them up on the stovetop or in the microwave. Before serving garnish with your preferred topping.
- How to freeze: You can also freeze these meals for up to 3 months. To freeze, let them cool down first, then transfer them to a freezer-friendly container, leaving some space to allow the food to expand. Thaw in the microwave or in a pot on the stovetop. Before serving, garnish with your preferred herbs.
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Best Vegan Cauliflower Recipes
Ingredients
- Pick your favorite cauliflower recipe from the list, try something new
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Instructions
- How to store: Most of these meals can keep for 2-3 days in the fridge, if stored in an air-tight container.
- How to reheat: Warm them up on the stovetop or in the microwave. Before serving garnish with your preferred topping.
- How to freeze: You can also freeze these meals for up to 3 months. To freeze, let them cool down first, then transfer to a freezer-friendly container, leaving some space to allow the food to expand. Thaw in the microwave or in a pot on the stovetop. Before serving, garnish with your preferred herbs.
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