Best 6 Cauliflower Squares Recipes

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Cauliflower squares are a versatile and delicious dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. Whether you prefer a simple roasted cauliflower dish or a more complex dish with cheese, bread crumbs, or other additions, there is a cauliflower squares recipe out there for everyone. With its unique flavor and texture, cauliflower squares can be served as a main course, side dish, or appetizer. This article will provide you with a few of the best recipes for cooking cauliflower squares, so you can find the perfect recipe for your next meal.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LOADED CAULIFLOWER SQUARES RECIPE BY TASTY



Loaded Cauliflower Squares Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: cauliflower rice, bacon, mozzarella cheese, fresh spinach, large eggs

Provided by Lisa Bradrick

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups cauliflower rice
9 slices bacon, chopped
2 cups mozzarella cheese
2 cups fresh spinach
2 large eggs

Steps:

  • Microwave the cauliflower for 3 to 5 minutes. Drain excess liquid.
  • Mix together the cauliflower rice, bacon, mozzarella, spinach, and eggs.
  • Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and form a large rectangle.
  • Bake at 400°F (200°C) until golden brown.
  • Cut into 6 servings.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 3 grams

GRANDMA'S ONION SQUARES



Grandma's Onion Squares image

My grandma brought this recipe with her when she emigrated from Italy as a young wife and mother. It is still a family favorite. -Janet Eddy, Stockton, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups sliced onions
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
5 tablespoons shortening
2/3 cup 2% milk
1 large egg, room temperature
3/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until softened, 8-10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk just until moistened. Press into a greased 9-in. square baking pan; top with onions., Combine egg and sour cream; spread over onion layer. Bake until golden brown, 35-40 minutes. Cut into squares. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 447mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CAULIFLOWER SQUARES



Cauliflower Squares image

Cauliflower is a healthy food. Add cheese, awesome!

Provided by Sharon Angel

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray (such as Pam®)
1 head cauliflower, run through a ricer
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ red bell pepper, diced
1 egg, or more if needed
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
  • Mix cauliflower, mozzarella cheese, red bell pepper, egg, garlic, garlic salt, black pepper, and nutmeg together in a large bowl until mixture holds together. Spread mixture in a thin layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes. Sprinkle pepperjack cheese over top and continue baking until cheese is bubbling, 2 to 3 minutes more. Cool and cut into 3- to 4-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 33.3 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 296.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

CAULIFLOWER SQUARES



Cauliflower Squares image

Cauliflower is a healthy food. Add cheese, awesome!

Provided by Sharon Angel

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray (such as Pam®)
1 head cauliflower, run through a ricer
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ red bell pepper, diced
1 egg, or more if needed
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
  • Mix cauliflower, mozzarella cheese, red bell pepper, egg, garlic, garlic salt, black pepper, and nutmeg together in a large bowl until mixture holds together. Spread mixture in a thin layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes. Sprinkle pepperjack cheese over top and continue baking until cheese is bubbling, 2 to 3 minutes more. Cool and cut into 3- to 4-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 33.3 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 296.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

CAULIFLOWER SQUARES



Cauliflower Squares image

Cauliflower is a healthy food. Add cheese, awesome!

Provided by Sharon Angel

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray (such as Pam®)
1 head cauliflower, run through a ricer
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ red bell pepper, diced
1 egg, or more if needed
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
  • Mix cauliflower, mozzarella cheese, red bell pepper, egg, garlic, garlic salt, black pepper, and nutmeg together in a large bowl until mixture holds together. Spread mixture in a thin layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes. Sprinkle pepperjack cheese over top and continue baking until cheese is bubbling, 2 to 3 minutes more. Cool and cut into 3- to 4-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 33.3 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 296.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

CAULIFLOWER SQUARES



Cauliflower Squares image

Cauliflower is a healthy food. Add cheese, awesome!

Provided by Sharon Angel

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray (such as Pam®)
1 head cauliflower, run through a ricer
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ red bell pepper, diced
1 egg, or more if needed
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
  • Mix cauliflower, mozzarella cheese, red bell pepper, egg, garlic, garlic salt, black pepper, and nutmeg together in a large bowl until mixture holds together. Spread mixture in a thin layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes. Sprinkle pepperjack cheese over top and continue baking until cheese is bubbling, 2 to 3 minutes more. Cool and cut into 3- to 4-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 33.3 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 296.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

Tips:

  • Prep the cauliflower in advance: Grating or ricing the cauliflower ahead of time will save you time when you're ready to make the cauliflower squares.
  • Use a food processor to make quick work of the cauliflower: If you have a food processor, you can easily grate or rice the cauliflower in just a few seconds.
  • Be sure to squeeze out the excess moisture from the cauliflower: This will help to prevent the cauliflower squares from becoming too watery.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is one of the main ingredients in this recipe, so it's important to use a good quality cheese that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Don't overcook the cauliflower squares: They should be cooked until they are just tender, but not mushy.
  • Serve the cauliflower squares with your favorite dipping sauce: Some popular options include ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or marinara sauce.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower squares are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. They are also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With so many different ways to make them, you're sure to find a recipe that you love. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give cauliflower squares a try!

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