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Cauliflower
Cauliflower is related to broccoli, cabbage, kale, turnips, rutabagas, and Brussels sprouts.
NUTRITION
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Cauliflower is a good source of several nutrients, such as:
Vitamin C protects tissues supporting your entire body. It’s an antioxidant defending you from disease and the effects of aging. Your body’s ability to take in iron also improves with Vitamin C.
Vitamin K aids in blood clotting and builds strong bones
Folate is especially important for pregnant women. It supports cell function and tissue growth.
WAYS TO EAT AND COOK WITH CAULIFLOWER
This vegetable’s superpower is that it can be crunchy, creamy, luscious, silky and fresh in all the right places!
Tangy Cauliflower Salad: Preheat oven to 425ºF. Cut 1 head of cauliflower into florets. In a large bowl, toss cauliflower with 3 Tablespoons of oil to coat. Lay cauliflower florets on a baking sheet. Bake 45 minutes. Set aside to cool. In a large bowl, add the cooled cauliflower, 1 cup of chopped and seeded tomatoes, ¼ cup of sliced onions, ¼ cup olives, 1 cup feta cheese, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (or 4 teaspoons dry basil). In a separate bowl, mix together 1/4 cup lemon juice, zest from one lemon, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 2 cloves garlic cut finely (or ¼ teaspoon garlic powder), and 1/4 cup oil. Toss the dressing over the cauliflower salad, and mix well.
Roasted Cauliflower: Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut 1 head of cauliflower into florets. Spread the florets on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 Tablespoons oil, and sprinkle with the 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder. Toss gently to evenly coat the cauliflower. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until soft and lightly golden. Serve immediately or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 cup, florets
Amount per serving Calories 25
Total Fat 0.1g 0% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Polyunsaturated Fat 0g Monounsaturated Fat 0g Cholesterol 0g 0% Sodium 30mg 1% Potassium 303mg 9% Total Carbohydrate 2.5g 10% Dietary Fiber 0g 0% Sugar 0g Protein 2.4g 0%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 77% Calcium 2% Iron 2% Vitamin D 0% Vitamin B6 11% Magnesium 4% *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
