Whole30 Cauliflower Linguine
Elevate your healthy eating game with this delectable Whole30 Cauliflower Linguine! This grain-free, gluten-free recipe transforms a humble cauliflower head into tender, linguine-style noodles, tossed in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil and brightened with a splash of fresh lemon juice. Cherry tomatoes and torn basil leaves add a burst of freshness and vibrant color, while toasted pine nuts provide a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this low-carb, Whole30-compliant dish serves as a light yet flavorful main course or a stunning side for any meal. Perfect for those following clean eating or plant-forward diets, this easy-to-make recipe is both nutritious and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup Pine nuts
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into manageable pieces and use a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to create thin 'linguine' shaped noodles. Set aside.
In a large pan over medium heat, add the extra virgin olive oil.
Slice the garlic cloves thinly and once the oil is hot, add them to the pan. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
Add the cauliflower noodles to the pan and toss them gently with the garlic-infused oil for about 3-4 minutes, ensuring they are well coated and slightly tender but not mushy.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the cauliflower noodles and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well to combine.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the pan. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until they begin to soften.
Gently tear the fresh basil leaves and add them to the pan, stirring to release their aroma.
Toast the pine nuts in a small separate pan over low heat until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, and set aside.
Serve the cauliflower linguine warm, garnished with toasted pine nuts for a bit of crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.9 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3590 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 23.6 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 257 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 3192 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.
