Mild with a slightly sweet and nutty flavour, cauliflower can add a delicate note and creamy texture to a wealth of dishes – or be the star ingredient. Our cauliflower recipes showcase the versatility of this classic British veg, from a whole roasted cauliflower to curries, soups, veggie burgers and bites, and not forgetting everyone's favourite side, cauliflower cheese. Check out our vegetable recipes for plenty more inspiration.
Use leftover cauliflower pasta sauce to whip up a summery stew with chickpeas and tomatoes. Top with a drizzle of homemade watercress pesto for extra flavour.
In this delicious dinner idea for two, we've taken the classic flavours of aloo gobi and reinvented them as a tasty traybake recipe
Easy Indian food is the perfect crowd pleaser for weekend family meals - and this spiced cauliflower dish is sure to impress
Whip up a creamy sauce using cauliflower, olive oil and pumpkin seeds that pairs perfectly with pasta. Use the leftovers to make our Summery chickpea stew for tomorrow's lunch.
We've taken the well-loved dish mac 'n' cheese and packed in root veg and spices to create a delicious twist that's budget- and freezer-friendly. There's even leftover cheesy sauce to make the Cheat's creamy chicken and spinach curry.
Take inspiration from the middle east with this gorgeously spiced whole roasted cauliflower. Simply roast in the oven with some spicy wedges and serve with a cooling cucumber and mint chopped salad. You can even use the leftover cauliflower to create a spicy tomato pasta the next day too.
Want a new way to eat that leftover curry? Try our tangy samosa tart recipe
Ready in just 30 minutes, this fragrant cauliflower curry hits all the right notes for a dinner that's on the table in no time
Use leftover turkey and cauliflower, packed with crisp carrot and cucumber, and fresh herbs. These sandwiches are perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner, this dish combines tender turkey mince and crunchy cauliflower.
Use leftover harissa-spiced roasted cauliflower to make this super easy pasta recipe. Tossed in a simple homemade tomato sauce with feta, toasted pine nuts and rocket, it makes a great meat-free dinner or even a packed lunch for work.
Roasted cauliflower and tangy feta make a fantastic combo in these easy fritters – we've added a fresh mint and lemon sauce a zingy finish. They make a great lunch, light dinner or substantial snack.
An Indo-Chinese dish fusing fragrant spices with a sweet and sticky sauce, gobi manchurian is our go-to vegan fakeaway. Kashmiri chilli flakes add a warm, smoky flavour that also works great with chicken, see our tip, below.
With creamy cauliflower and vibrant courgette, this purée is perfect for kicking off your baby weaning journey. It's suitable for little ones from around 6 months* – reserve some pieces of veg to serve as finger food, if you want. You can whizz this together in no time and it's ideal for portioning up and freezing for another day.
Cauliflower purée is a brilliant, nutritious baby weaning food to serve to little ones from around 6 months* and you can reserve some florets to serve as finger food, if you want. Just grab a cauliflower head and in 10 minutes you'll have a lovely creamy purée. You can freeze portions too.
Roasted sausages and veg sounds like a simple meal, but this recipe calls for some interesting spices and seeds to add a warm, smoky and peppery kick. Easy enough for midweek, but special enough for the weekend, this traybake makes a lovely alternative to Sunday roast or for when you come in from a winter's walk!
If you're looking to impress your guests with a Middle Eastern-inspired dish, look no further than Maqluba. Topped with juicy vine tomatoes and garnished with vibrant pomegranate seeds, this dish is as beautiful as it is flavourful.
Roast your veg with paprika and thyme for a wonderful smoky flavour. Pour over a glossy cheese sauce, then bake until golden.
Get your veg in with this vibrant pilaf traybake. Roast your cauliflower with some smoky harissa and stir in the rice and green veg. This tastes great with pickled pink onions on top.
This warming winter salad is packed full with vibrant veggies. Pop all the ingredients into a baking tray, then let the oven do all the work. Serve with a zingy garlic dressing and enjoy!
This super simple vegan biryani is packed full of flavour. Tikka cauliflower is stirred into gently spiced rice with peppers, onion and ginger. Made entirely in one pot, this curry is a total midweek winner.
These crunchy, spicy cauliflower bites are the perfect vegan alternative to the popular bang bang chicken.
Gluten-free fried goodness! These cauliflower pakoras are easy to make for a big gathering and deliver tongue-tingling flavours
A delicious veggie burger with all the trimmings
Here's a quick and easy take on a classic butter curry, made with affordable chicken drumsticks and a jar of curry sauce. Ready in just over half an hour, it's an ideal midweek pick-me-up or a cosy, thrifty fakeaway for the weekend.
Baking rice in the oven with spices and stock results in a gorgeous, fluffy pilaf. We've topped it with roasted cauliflower and onions for a deliciously aromatic dinner, that just so happens to be vegan!
This no-oven combo of two classics is the perfect winter warmer
Who says cauliflower cheese is just a side? This veggie gratin with lentils and crispy sage and onion stuffing transforms this Christmas favourite into a hearty vegan main!
Give Christmas veg a makeover with this festive party snack
Kids will never know that this mac 'n' cheese is crammed with veg! The easy cheese sauce is made with 'hidden' cauliflower and sweetcorn, making it a deliciously simple (and clever) way to sneak extra veg into family mealtimes.
This impressive roasted cauliflower makes a delicious vegan main for Christmas or Boxing Day. Topped with tahini and pine nuts for Middle Eastern-inspired flavours and finished with a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds, serve this gorgeous dish alongside all the festive trimmings.
Take your cauliflower cheese to the next level with our spicy version. Make an easy bang bang-style sauce with sriracha and sweet chilli, then cook in the air-fryer for extra crispiness.
Creamy cauliflower cheese is one of those sides that always steals the show. We've added crispy kale and a gooey blend of cheddar, manchego and hard cheese for a heavenly bake that will transform your roast dinner.