Roasted Cauliflower Risotto

A few pantry staples and a head of cauliflower transform into an elegant risotto, ideal for a vegetarian family meal or a quick dish for entertaining. Investing in a wedge of Parmesan (or less expensive grana Padano) is worth every penny, since a sprinkling of this strong hard cheese packs lots of flavour.

Spiced Cauliflower and Leek Purée

Looking for a healthful alternative to mashed potatoes? This cauliflower purée will do the trick! Leeks add a hint of sweetness while Dijon mustard gives it a little kick. Serve with grilled chicken or steak.

Pasta Shells With Creamy Cauliflower Sauce

You'd never know the base of this rich, creamy sauce is actually cauliflower—and your family won't, either. Consider it a more nutrient-dense version of traditional mac and cheese.

Warm Roasted Cauliflower Salad With Garlicky Tahini Dressing

Roasting cauliflower gives this mild veg a boost thanks to its delicious caramelized bits; adding aromatic Middle Eastern spices takes it one step further. Prepare the dressing at least a day ahead so the flavours can meld. 

Pasta and Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce

Mother Nature invented cauliflower as a perfect partner to cheese. Nothing else in the vegetable world (except, perhaps, potatoes) pairs as wonderfully with cheese, as cooks around the cheese-making world have proved throughout history. Serve with extra Canadian Parmesan cheese and pepper to sprinkle over top.

Sticky Lamb Chops with Parmesan Cauliflower

Make sure to brush the lamb chops with the honey mixture in the last couple minutes of cooking. This will give the meat a lovely sticky glaze that doesn't have time to burn. If you have broccoli on hand, it makes a tasty substitute to the cauliflower.

Seared Salmon With Cauliflower Colcannon

This updated take on colcannon gets a nutrient boost from kale and substitutes less-starchy cauliflower for some of the traditional white potato. We've used a food processor to create a superfine purée, but you can use a food mill for an even smoother texture. This dish has a fair amount of fat, but most of it comes from the salmon and olive oil, which both contain heart-smart unsaturated fats. The salmon also provides heart protective omega-3 fats.

Cauliflower Casserole

Roasted Cauliflower

A bit of curry paste and chopped fresh herbs liven up these tender roasted florets.

Cauliflower Bisque

You don't need a big appetizer, just a small bowl of elegant soup to get everyone to the table.