Dairy-Free Cauliflower Cheese
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this irresistible Dairy-Free Cauliflower Cheese, a creamy plant-based twist on a beloved classic. Featuring tender cauliflower florets smothered in a rich, velvety sauce made from almond milk, nutritional yeast, and tahini, this recipe delivers all the indulgent cheese-like flavor without a hint of dairy. With aromatic notes of garlic, onion, Dijon mustard, and a dash of smoked paprika, every bite is packed with savory depth. Perfect for vegans, those with dairy intolerances, or anyone seeking a wholesome alternative, this dish is easy to prepare and bakes to golden-bubbly perfection in just 20 minutes. Serve as a comforting side dish or pair with your favorite grain for a satisfying main—either way, this is a dairy-free delight you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the cauliflower into florets and place them in a large pot of boiling water. Cook for 5 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Add minced garlic to the onions and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
In a blender, combine the sautéed onion and garlic, almond milk, nutritional yeast, tahini, cornstarch, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Return the sauce to the saucepan and heat over medium, stirring continuously until it thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
Arrange the cooked cauliflower florets in a baking dish and pour the creamy sauce over the top, ensuring all pieces are well-coated.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the top is slightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
907 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.0 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4032 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.1 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 3385 mg | 260% | |
| Iron | 10721.2 mg | 59562% | |
| Potassium | 3179 mg | 68% | |
*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.
