Low Carb Baked Cauliflower with Cheese
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this Low Carb Baked Cauliflower with Cheese recipe—a perfect side dish for keto enthusiasts and anyone seeking a healthier comfort food option! Featuring tender cauliflower florets roasted to perfection and smothered in a luscious cream cheese and heavy cream sauce, this dish is elevated with melted sharp cheddar and Parmesan for an irresistible golden crust. Seasoned with garlic and onion powders for added depth and topped with fresh scallions for a pop of brightness, this recipe is wholly satisfying yet guilt-free. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s the ideal quick-to-make, nutrient-packed side to complement your favorite main course. Whether you're meal prepping or craving a crowd-pleasing low-carb option, this baked cauliflower hits all the right notes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the cauliflower florets and toss well to coat evenly.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and toss everything together until the cauliflower is well-seasoned.
Transfer the seasoned cauliflower to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream and cream cheese, stirring continuously until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cauliflower in the baking dish, ensuring the cauliflower is well-coated.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the cauliflower, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
Garnish the baked cauliflower with chopped scallions before serving.
Serve hot as a low-carb side dish with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.9 g | 224% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.1 g | 480% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 4254 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 78.0 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1922 mg | 148% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2293 mg | 49% | |
*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.
