Low Fat Cauliflower Cheese
Indulge guilt-free with this creamy and flavorful Low Fat Cauliflower Cheese—your ultimate comfort food makeover. This lightened-up version of the classic dish combines tender cauliflower florets with a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from reduced-fat cheddar and low-fat milk for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Enhanced with Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, the dish boasts big flavor without the extra calories. Perfect as a healthy side dish or a vegetarian main, it’s ready in just under an hour and easy to prepare with simple, wholesome ingredients. Plus, the golden baked topping is irresistible! Whether you're meal-prepping for the week or hosting a family dinner, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between nutritious and indulgent.
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Ingredients
- 1 head Large cauliflower
- 500 ml Low-fat milk
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 100 grams Reduced-fat cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
Step 2
Cut the cauliflower into florets and discard the tough stem. Rinse the florets under cold water.
Step 3
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil, and add the cauliflower florets. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
Step 4
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the low-fat milk and cornstarch. Stir continuously until the mixture begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low. Add the grated reduced-fat cheddar cheese to the thickened milk mixture, stirring until the cheese has melted smoothly into the sauce.
Step 6
Stir in the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, ensuring everything is well combined.
Step 7
Place the drained cauliflower florets into a baking dish and pour the cheese sauce evenly over the florets.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Step 9
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1476.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 828.7 |
| Total Fat 31.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 93.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2363.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 85.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.1g | |
| Protein 61.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 231.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1537.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1865.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories