Best 8 Broccoli Cauliflower And Spinach Alfredo Recipes

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Broccoli, cauliflower, and spinach are three of the most nutritious vegetables you can eat, and they're all delicious when combined in a creamy Alfredo sauce. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, and it's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and healthy meal that the whole family will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CAULIFLOWER ALFREDO RECIPE BY TASTY



Cauliflower Alfredo Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: water, cauliflower florets, milk, butter, garlic, salt, pepper, cooked pasta, vegetarian parmesan cheese, fresh parsley

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups water
1 head cauliflower florets
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 lb cooked pasta
vegetarian parmesan cheese, to serve
fresh parsley, to serve

Steps:

  • Boil the water over medium high heat. Add a large pinch of salt.
  • Add the cauliflower florets.
  • Cover the pot and boil for 5-7 minutes, or until cauliflower is soft.
  • With a slotted spoon, add the cooked cauliflower to a blender.
  • Add the milk, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper and blend until smooth.
  • Toss the cooked pasta with cauliflower alfredo.
  • Serve topped with parmesan, and parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Carbohydrate 96 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 9 grams

BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER COMBO



Broccoli Cauliflower Combo image

Shallots, basil and broth rev up the taste of this nutritious vegetable medley. The bright color and fresh flavors will dress up your plate! -Clara Coulston, Washington Court House, Ohio.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
3 shallots, chopped
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook over medium heat until vegetables are crisp-tender, 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 38 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges

CAULIFLOWER AND BROCCOLI BAKE



Cauliflower and Broccoli Bake image

Fresh broccoli and cauliflower are baked together with a thick cheese sauce!

Provided by R.PENALUNA

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Cauliflower

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 ounces fresh cauliflower
6 ounces fresh broccoli
2 tablespoons butter
2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 ½ cups milk
1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon English mustard
cayenne pepper to taste
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a medium saucepan with enough water to cover, boil cauliflower and broccoli until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, and transfer to a medium baking dish.
  • In a separate medium saucepan over low heat, melt butter, and stir in flour. Gradually whisk in milk, and increase heat to medium. As the mixture thickens, whisk in English mustard, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Continue whisking until a thick sauce has formed, being careful not to allow the mixture to boil. Sprinkle in 2/3 of the cheese, and stir until melted.
  • Pour sauce over broccoli and cauliflower. Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, until bubbly and lightly brown. Sprinkle with remaining cheese during the final 10 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 238.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

ROASTED BROCCOLI & CAULIFLOWER



Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower image

Whenever we make a time-consuming entree, we also prepare this quick broccoli and cauliflower side. The veggies are a good fit when you're watching calories. -Debra Tolbert, Deville, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups fresh cauliflowerets
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
10 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients; toss to coat. Transfer to 2 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Roast 15-20 minutes or until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 173mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI, CAULIFLOWER, AND SPINACH ALFREDO



Broccoli, Cauliflower, and Spinach Alfredo image

Looking for something delicious, fast, and easy? This maybe a recipe of someone but I like to take credit for it because one night I decided to experiment! *You could create your own Alfredo sauce from scratch but I prefer to go the easy/semi-lazy route and buy a jar of premade Alfredo. I prefer Classico Roasted Garlic Alfredo and Creamy Alfredo mixed. I have tried Roasted Red Pepper and Sun-dried tomato mixes of Alfredo but did not like with this recipe

Provided by Justin_N_Carla

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (16 ounce) bag frozen broccoli florets
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen cauliflower
2 (16 ounce) jars alfredo sauce
1 (12 ounce) box spinach fettuccine (nests, more or less)

Steps:

  • Pour Alfredo sauce into large sauce pan and add frozen broccoli and cauliflower; do not thaw vegetables prior.
  • Simmer and sir frequently for about 20 minutes or more being careful not to overcook vegetables.Optional:Add garlic powder to taste.
  • Follow box directions for spinach nests.
  • Spoon sauce with vegetables onto plated spinach nests.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 64.5, Sodium 78.3, Carbohydrate 60, Fiber 6, Sugar 4, Protein 15.4

BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE



Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole image

Great broccoli cauliflower recipe that everyone will love! The croutons on top give it that crunchy flavor everyone will love.

Provided by MUSTANGSTEPH21

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups broccoli
2 cups cauliflower
2 eggs
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
½ cup butter, melted
1 (15 ounce) package seasoned croutons, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Put broccoli and cauliflower in separate saucepans and pour enough water into the saucepans to cover the vegetables completely; bring each to a boil and cook until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain each and mix in a 11x7-inch baking dish.
  • Beat eggs in a bowl until creamy. Mix mayonnaise, onion, and 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese into the eggs; pour over the vegetables. Pour melted butter over the broccoli mixture and top with the remaining Cheddar cheese. Sprinkle croutons over the entire dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until browned and bubbling, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 721.2 calories, Carbohydrate 51.1 g, Cholesterol 134.4 mg, Fat 50.9 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 20.1 g, Sodium 1253 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

ALFREDO LASAGNA WITH BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER



Alfredo Lasagna with Broccoli and Cauliflower image

A creamy Alfredo-type sauce binds layers of pasta, vegetables, and cheeses in this vegetarian lasagna. No tomatoes allowed!

Yield Serves 8; 3/4 to 1 cup per serving

Number Of Ingredients 20

Cooking spray
2 1/2 cups fat-free milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
1/4 cup shredded or grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup fat-free ricotta cheese
1/4 cup egg substitute or 1 large egg
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
4 cups water (if using fresh vegetables)
2 cups chopped fresh (1/2-inch pieces) or frozen cauliflower, thawed if frozen
2 cups chopped fresh (1/2-inch pieces) or frozen broccoli, thawed if frozen
4 oven-ready lasagna noodles, broken in half crosswise
1/4 cup roasted red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese, divided use
1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs (lowest sodium available)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sauce ingredients except the Parmesan. Cook over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly (it will still be somewhat thin), stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the Parmesan. Remove from the heat. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the ricotta, egg substitute, oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder. Set aside.
  • If using fresh cauliflower and broccoli, in a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium high and cook the cauliflower for 2 minutes. Stir in the broccoli. Cook for 1 minute. Transfer to a colander. Drain well.
  • Layer as follows in the casserole dish: half the sauce, 4 noodle halves, all the ricotta mixture, and the cauliflower and broccoli. Sprinkle with the roasted pepper and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Top with the remaining noodle halves, remaining sauce, and remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella. Cover the dish and place on a baking sheet in case the lasagna bubbles over.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together the topping ingredients. When the lasagna has baked for 30 minutes, sprinkle with the topping. Bake, uncovered, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the topping is toasted and the noodles are tender. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes to make cutting easier.
  • (Per serving)
  • Calories: 184
  • Total fat: 4.5g
  • Saturated: 2.0g
  • Trans: 0.0g
  • Polyunsaturated: 0.5g
  • Monounsaturated: 1.5g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
  • Sodium: 278mg
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugars: 7g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Calcium: 392mg
  • Potassium: 377mg
  • 1 starch
  • 1 vegetable
  • 1 1/2 lean meat

CAULIFLOWER AND BROCCOLI FLAN WITH SPINACH BECHAMEL



Cauliflower and Broccoli Flan with Spinach Bechamel image

Categories     Cheese     Vegetable     Appetizer     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Casserole/Gratin     Broccoli     Cauliflower     Spinach     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 cups cauliflower florets
2 1/2 cups broccoli florets
2 6-ounce bags baby spinach leaves
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
1/4 cup all purpose flour
2/3 cup whole milk
2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook cauliflower and broccoli in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain, reserving 2/3 cup cooking liquid. Transfer vegetables to large bowl. Cool.
  • Rinse spinach, then toss in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until just wilted. Drain and cool. Squeeze spinach dry; finely chop.
  • Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth, about 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and reserved 2/3 cup vegetable cooking liquid. Whisk constantly over medium heat until sauce thickens and boils, about 3 minutes. Stir in spinach and cheese.
  • Using fingers, coarsely crumble cauliflower and broccoli in bowl. Add spinach béchamel sauce; stir to blend. Season with salt and pepper. Butter 1 1/2-quart baking dish. Spread vegetable mixture in prepared dish. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake flan until puffed and heated through, about 25 minutes if at room temperature and 35 minutes if chilled. Serve hot.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality vegetables: Fresh broccoli, cauliflower, and spinach will have the best flavor and texture in your alfredo sauce.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: Overcooked vegetables will become mushy and lose their flavor. Cook them just until they are tender-crisp.
  • Use a good quality Alfredo sauce: There are many different brands of Alfredo sauce available. Choose one that you like the taste of and that is made with real cream and cheese.
  • Add some protein: If you want to make your alfredo sauce more filling, you can add some cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • Serve with your favorite pasta: Alfredo sauce is traditionally served with fettuccine noodles, but you can use any type of pasta that you like.

Conclusion:

This broccoli, cauliflower, and spinach Alfredo sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. It's packed with vegetables and protein, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty pasta dish, give this recipe a try!

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