Oven Roasted Cauliflower in Gruyere Cheese Sauce Weight Watchers
Discover the perfect harmony of comfort and nutrition with this Oven Roasted Cauliflower in Gruyere Cheese Sauce, a Weight Watchers-friendly dish that's as indulgent as it is guilt-free. Tender, golden-roasted cauliflower florets serve as the star of the dish, drizzled with a velvety Gruyere cheese sauce infused with a hint of Dijon mustard for an irresistibly creamy and tangy flavor. This easy-to-make recipe combines wholesome ingredients like low-fat milk and just a touch of butter to deliver a rich, satisfying meal without derailing your health goals. Ready in just 40 minutes and packed with crave-worthy textures, this dish is perfect as a light main course or a luxurious side for any family dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Cauliflower
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Low-fat milk (2%)
- 0.75 cup Gruyere cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
Place the cauliflower florets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Roast the cauliflower in the oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and golden brown on the edges.
While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the Gruyere cheese sauce. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes, forming a roux. Do not let it brown.
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded Gruyere cheese until melted and smooth. Add the Dijon mustard and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
Once the cauliflower is done roasting, transfer it to a serving dish.
Pour the Gruyere cheese sauce over the roasted cauliflower, making sure it is evenly coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy this creamy and flavorful dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
875 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.8 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.1 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 141 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 2910 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.9 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1248 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 2310 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.
