Best 9 Simple Grilled Cauliflower Recipes

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Grilled cauliflower is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is easy to prepare and can be cooked in just a few minutes. Whether you prefer a charred and smoky flavor or a more tender and juicy texture, there is a simple grilled cauliflower recipe out there for every taste. With just a few simple ingredients and a hot grill, you can create a flavorful and nutritious dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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

LOADED GRILLED CAULIFLOWER



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This grilled cauliflower from Delish.com is hearty enough for even the most stubborn carnivores.

Categories     American     Barbeque     Healthy Recipe     dinner     gluten-free     grilled     low sugar     low-carb     main dish     nut-free     weeknight meals

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large heads cauliflower
1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. paprika
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 c. shredded cheddar
Ranch dressing, for drizzling
8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
2 tbsp. finely chopped chives

Steps:

  • Remove and discard leaves from each cauliflower head, then trim stem so that the cauliflower can lie flat on cutting board. (Leave the core intact!)
  • Cut each cauliflower into thick "steaks" about 3/4" thick. Reserve any loose florets to cook with the steaks. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, and paprika. Season mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a grill or grill pan to medium. Brush one side of each steak with olive oil mixture and place the brushed side down on the grill. Brush the top sides with olive oil mixture and cook until tender and both sides are charred in spots, about 8 minutes per side. Top each cauliflower with cheese and cook until melty.
  • Toss any extra florets in the olive oil mixture and grill, turning often, until charred and tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Drizzle cauliflower with ranch dressing, then sprinkle cooked bacon and chives on top.

SIMPLE GRILLED CAULIFLOWER



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This is a perfect side dish to any meal coming off the bbq. Simple, quick, and tasty!

Provided by oceanica

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 head cauliflower, cut into large florets
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place cauliflower in a bowl. Drizzle olive oil over cauliflower and season with salt and pepper; toss to evenly coat.
  • Cook on the preheated grill, turning every 2 minutes, until cauliflower is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 483.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

GRILLED CAULIFLOWER RECIPE



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Grilling is a great way to prepare cauliflower. It comes out tender, with a slightly crunchy exterior, and a toasty, smoky flavor.

Provided by Danilo Alfaro

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large head of cauliflower (broken down as described above)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons Kosher salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 lemon, for squeezing
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with the olive oil, kosher salt, and chili powder.
  • Transfer the cauliflower directly to a medium-high grill (around 400 F to 475 F) and close the lid. In about 10 minutes, flip the florets over with a pair of tongs so that they brown evenly.
  • Cook for another 10 to 15 minutes, then remove, and transfer to a bowl. Squeeze fresh lemon juice and toss, garnish with the freshly chopped chives, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 456 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize Serves 4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

GRILLED CAULIFLOWER WEDGES



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This meal is incredibly easy, yet is packed with flavor and looks like a dish from a five-star restaurant. The grill leaves the cauliflower cooked but crisp, and the red pepper flakes add bite. -Carmel Hall, San Francisco, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large head cauliflower
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil
Optional: Lemon juice, additional olive oil and pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Remove leaves and trim stem from cauliflower. Cut cauliflower into 8 wedges. Mix turmeric and pepper flakes. Brush wedges with oil; sprinkle with turmeric mixture., Grill, covered, over medium-high heat or broil 4 in. from heat until cauliflower is tender, 8-10 minutes on each side. If desired, drizzle with lemon juice and additional oil, and serve with pomegranate seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED WHOLE CAULIFLOWER WITH MISO MAYO



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Basting a head of cauliflower in a spicy butter sauce as it grills infuses it with flavor and turns it a nice orange color. Served over a lemony miso mayo and topped with scallions, it makes for an impressive-looking grilled vegetarian entrée, or you can serve it as a side alongside your favorite grilled meat.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Cauliflower     Butter     Soy Sauce     Mayonnaise     Grill/Barbecue     Lemon Juice     Green Onion/Scallion     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Summer     Fall     Backyard BBQ     Dinner

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large head of cauliflower, leaves removed, stem trimmed
1/2 tsp. (or more) kosher salt
4 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1/4 cup vinegar-based hot sauce (such as Frank's)
1 Tbsp. ketchup
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. white miso
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Sprinkle cauliflower all over with salt in a large microwave-safe bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, pierce plastic a few times with a knife to vent, and microwave on high until a paring knife easily slides into stem, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly. (Alternatively, set a steamer basket in a large pot filled with about 1" salted water. Cover pot and bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until a sharp paring knife easily slides into stem, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let cool slightly.)
  • Heat butter, hot sauce, ketchup, and soy sauce in a small saucepan on grill, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted, about 2 minutes. Brush cauliflower all over with sauce and grill, covered, 10 minutes. Turn cauliflower over, brush with sauce, and grill, covered, 10 minutes. Continue to grill, brushing and turning every 10 minutes and reheating sauce as needed, until cauliflower is lightly charred on all sides and fork-tender, 25-30 minutes. The sauce should be used up by now, but if not, brush any remaining sauce over. Transfer cauliflower to a plate and let cool slightly.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, miso, lemon juice, and pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Spread on a plate. Set cauliflower on top and scatter scallions over.

CHARRED CAULIFLOWER



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This is a basic grilled recipe for cauliflower. Its nicely charred and has a bite. If using fresh herbs use 1 tablespoon to 1 teaspoon dried.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head cauliflower (cut into quarters keeping the main stem attached)
1/3 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon jalapeno, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients but cauliflower together.
  • Brush the mixture onto the cauliflower being careful not to break the flowerettes. Let marinade for 20 minutes.
  • Place the quartered sections on medium high heat on an outdoor grill.
  • Cook till grill marks are present about 5 minutes. Flip and grill 5 more minutes.
  • At this point you can remove and enjoy crisp.
  • Or.
  • You can place the cauliflower in heavy foil on grill and continue to cook till tender and soft to your liking.
  • Or
  • Place the cauliflower on indirect heat and continue till tender.
  • You may need to add more oil to baste. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.6, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 167.4, Carbohydrate 4.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.8, Protein 1.5

SUNNY'S EASY GRILLED CAULIFLOWER IN POP POP SAUCE



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Pop Pop sauce is inspired by Bang Bang Shrimp sauce from Bonefish Grill. It's a little sweet, a little spicy, and plenty tasty.

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Olive oil, for brushing
2 whole heads cauliflower, greens and stems trimmed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Hot Hungarian paprika, for dusting (optional)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Thai chile sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon sriracha
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 scallions, chopped
Lemon wedges, for spritzing

Steps:

  • For the cauliflower: Preheat the oven or a grill for cooking over indirect heat to 400 degrees F.
  • Lightly brush the oil on the cauliflower. (If roasting, cut into florets and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or nonstick aluminum foil.) Sprinkle with salt, a few grinds of pepper and paprika, if using.
  • Place the cauliflower stem-side down over the indirect heat and grill until golden and tender when pierced with a fork or the tip of a knife, about 40 minutes. (If roasting, roast until the cauliflower is golden in parts, 20 to 25 minutes.)
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: In a medium bowl, add the mayonnaise, chile sauce, honey and sriracha and whisk until smooth. Taste and season with salt and a few grinds of pepper.
  • Cut the cauliflower unto large florets and add to a large bowl. Drizzle the sauce over the cauliflower and toss to coat evenly. Transfer to a platter. Sprinkle with the scallions, spritz with lemon wedges, and serve hot, warm or chilled.

GRILLED CAULIFLOWER



Grilled Cauliflower image

I got something like this at a restaurant and it was wonderful.

Provided by ziola1039

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 head cauliflower, cut into thick slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons seasoned salt (such as LAWRY'S®)

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Sprinkle cauliflower slices on both sides with olive oil, brown sugar, and seasoned salt.
  • Cook cauliflower on the grill until char marks appear, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a grill-safe pan with a lid, cover, and continue cooking on grill until tender, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 502.9 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

GRILLED CAULIFLOWER



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I actually won a cash prize in our local paper for this recipe. My husband and I will eat the whole thing ourselves - make several if you're having guests. If someone you love doesn't care for cauliflower, this may be the ticket!

Provided by KeyWee

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 head cauliflower
1/4-1/2 cup butter (softened)
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt (I use Nature's Seasonings)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Remove stem& leaves from cauliflower.
  • Wash& pat dry.
  • Spread the butter over the cauliflower.
  • Sprinkle with seasoned salt& cheese.
  • Wrap head of cauliflower in heavy duty aluminum foil.
  • Grill over medium heat about 40 minutes or until desired tenderness (test with toothpick).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.4, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 36, Sodium 241, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.9, Protein 5.3

Tips:

  • Choose a head of cauliflower that is firm and compact, with no blemishes or signs of bruising.
  • Cut the cauliflower into 1-inch thick slices, then cut each slice into florets.
  • Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Grill the cauliflower florets over medium heat for 8-10 minutes per side, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
  • Serve the grilled cauliflower immediately, or let it cool and store it in the refrigerator for later use.

Conclusion:

Grilled cauliflower is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed all year round. It is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables, and it is also a good source of fiber and vitamin C. Grilled cauliflower can be served on its own, or it can be used as a topping for salads, pizzas, and other dishes.

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