Loaded Baked Cauliflower (Vegan, Paleo)
This loaded baked cauliflower is creamy, full of flavor, and packed with nutrient-dense ingredients! It makes a great side dish that everyone will love, is a great low carb option, and in my opinion, one of the best ways to get some veggies in! This recipe is vegan, while still packing in that cheese-y flavor, gluten free, and paleo friendly!
Ingredients
- 1 medium/large head of cauliflower
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 cup milk, of choice
- 1/3 cup avocado oil mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 2 cups spinach, chopped finely
- 1 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tbsp arrowroot flour
- sea salt & pepper, to taste
- pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp dried herbs (parsley, chives, etc)
- green onion, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F. Oil a square casserole dish and set aside.
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets and add to a steamer pot. Steam until fork tender.
- In the meantime, add the oil to a pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook a few minutes until they've softened.
- Add in the spinach and stir well. Then add in the milk, mayonnaise, nutritional yeast, spices and herbs. Once that's mixed well, stir in the arrowroot flour. Pour in the steamed cauliflower and toss everything together.
- Pour the cauliflower into the oiled casserole dish. Place in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden. Remove from the oven. Top with green onion and enjoy!