Best 4 Cauliflower Popcorn Diabetic Friendly Recipes
Cauliflower popcorn is a healthy and delicious snack that is perfect for people with diabetes. Made from roasted cauliflower florets, it is a low-carb, high-fiber alternative to traditional popcorn. Cauliflower popcorn is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. This article will provide you with a recipe for cauliflower popcorn that is specifically designed for people with diabetes.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CAULIFLOWER POPCORN
Roasting cauliflower transforms it into a delectable snack. Your family will eat it up just like it's popcorn. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place cauliflower in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with garlic salt; toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until tender, stirring once. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CAULIFLOWER POPCORN (DIABETIC FRIENDLY)
Found this recipe while randomly browsing, quite a cool website, not just for diabetics, but for healthier eating in general. http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/food-to-eat/nutrition/low-carb-snacks-for-diabetes/?page=3
Provided by Satyne
Categories Low Protein
Time 35m
Yield 1 Cup Popcorn
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Break a head of cauliflower into popcornlike, bite-size florets, then spread them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spray the cauliflower lightly with butter-flavor cooking spray, then sprinkle lightly with turmeric, freshly ground pepper, and sea salt.
- Bake 20 to 30 minutes at 425 degrees F or until the cauliflower is slightly browned.
TANDOORI PRAWNS (DIABETIC FRIENDLY)
Always inspired by recipes and photos I see on the itnernet true! This one is health, QUICK, delicious too! Added tandoori colouring, but do not have to do, Look forward to my first review! http://www.bestdiabeticrecipes.com/tandoori-grilled-shrimp
Provided by mickeydownunder
Categories Asian
Time 10m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- PEEL and devein prawns.
- One hour before cooking, mix alll ingredients in a blender and pour over prawns.
- NOTE: Ginger sliced about 1/2 inch piece.
- NOTE: Slice garlic to make it easier to blend.
- See NOTE re tandoori colouring above.
- HEAT pan, add prawns and cook until done.
- NOTE: They burn VERY quickly and easily!
- I served with wilted spinach, finely diced lettuce, bamboo shoots and raita.
- ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.1, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 285.8, Sodium 1579, Carbohydrate 6.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.5, Protein 31.6
CAULIFLOWER POPCORN
So easy and a good after school snack. My kids love it!
Provided by Meg Mitchell
Categories Cauliflower Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Whisk olive oil and garlic salt together in a large bowl; add cauliflower and toss to coat completely. Spread cauliflower out onto a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden and tender, 15 to 18 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 289.6 mg, Sugar 5 g
Tips:
- Choose a cauliflower head that is firm and white, with no blemishes.
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets, about 1-2 inches in size.
- Toss the cauliflower florets in a mixture of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the cauliflower florets in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake the cauliflower florets at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly browned.
- If you want to make the cauliflower popcorn even more flavorful, you can add some garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika to the olive oil mixture.
- You can also add some grated Parmesan cheese or crumbled bacon to the cauliflower popcorn after it has been baked.
Conclusion:
Cauliflower popcorn is a healthy and delicious snack that is perfect for people with diabetes. It is low in carbohydrates and calories, and it is a good source of fiber and vitamins. Cauliflower popcorn is also a good way to get your daily dose of vegetables. So next time you are looking for a healthy snack, give cauliflower popcorn a try. You won't be disappointed!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
