Dairy-Free Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce

Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of Dairy-Free Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food! This recipe pairs perfectly roasted, golden-brown cauliflower florets with a velvety, dairy-free cheese sauce made from nutritional yeast, unsweetened almond milk, and a medley of seasonings like garlic powder and lemon juice. The cornstarch-based sauce achieves a luscious, creamy texture without any dairy, making it ideal for vegan, lactose-intolerant, or health-conscious eaters. Ready in just 45 minutes, this simple yet satisfying dish is perfect as a side or a light main course. It’s a wholesome, flavor-packed option that will have everyone asking for seconds! Keywords: dairy-free cauliflower recipe, vegan cheese sauce, roasted cauliflower, plant-based side dish, lactose-free comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Cut the cauliflower head into bite-sized florets and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Drizzle the cauliflower florets with olive oil, season with half of the salt and black pepper, and toss until well coated.

Step 4

Spread the cauliflower florets in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they are tender and have golden brown edges.

Step 5

While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the dairy-free cheese sauce by whisking together the almond milk and cornstarch in a medium saucepan until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.

Step 6

Place the saucepan over medium heat and add the nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, the remaining salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a simmer and thickens to a creamy sauce consistency, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Once the sauce is thickened, remove it from the heat and adjust the seasoning according to taste.

Step 9

Transfer the roasted cauliflower to a serving platter and generously drizzle the dairy-free cheese sauce over the top.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1167.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	603.4

Total Fat 36.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3579.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 12.3g
Protein 20.7g	0%

Vitamin D 175.7IU	0%
Calcium 1002.8mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 2276.0mg	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: 51.0%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 36.0%