Cauliflower Pie

Say hello to your new favorite comfort food: Cauliflower Pie! This savory, golden masterpiece combines tender sautéed cauliflower, aromatic onions, and a rich, cheesy custard baked to perfection in a flaky pie crust. Packed with the creamy goodness of cheddar and Parmesan, this recipe also features warm hints of garlic and paprika for added depth of flavor. Whether you’re seeking a vegetable-forward dish or a unique alternative to traditional quiches, this cauliflower pie makes for an irresistible centerpiece at brunch, lunch, or dinner. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an easy-to-follow recipe perfect for impressing guests or savoring as a family meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor—each slice is a decadent treat you won’t want to miss!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head Cauliflower
• 1 piece Pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.75 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 small Onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Prepare the cauliflower by removing the florets from the stem and cutting them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Sauté the cauliflower florets for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4

Dice the small onion finely and mix it with the sautéed cauliflower.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Combine until smooth.

Step 6

Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim any excess edges and crimp the border if desired.

Step 7

Spread the sautéed cauliflower and onion mixture evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.

Step 8

Slowly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the cauliflower in the pie crust, ensuring it distributes evenly.

Step 9

Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool slightly for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1488.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3035.7

Total Fat 204.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 876.3mg	0%
Sodium 5725.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.2g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 86.9g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 1203.4mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 2777.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.3%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 27.1%