CAULIFLOWER WITH ROASTED ALMOND & PEPPER DIP

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This tasty vegetable side dish can set a chilling scene on Halloween if you style it to look like a brain-try adding spiders and spiderwebs to your table setting. You can also serve it on Thanksgiving and pair it with the turkey and dressing. The festive orange sauce takes some time, but it tastes incredible.-Lauren Knoelke, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/4 cups dip).

Number Of Ingredients 16

10 cups water
1 cup olive oil, divided
3/4 cup sherry or red wine vinegar, divided
3 tablespoons salt
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 large head cauliflower
1/2 cup whole almonds, toasted
1/2 cup soft whole wheat or white bread crumbs, toasted
1/2 cup fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
1 jar (8 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring water, 1/2 cup oil, 1/2 cup sherry, salt, bay leaf and pepper flakes to a boil. Add cauliflower. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until a knife easily inserts into center, 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through cooking. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain well on paper towels., Preheat oven to 450°. Place cauliflower on a greased wire rack in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake on a lower oven rack until dark golden, 35-40 minutes., Meanwhile, place almonds, bread crumbs, tomatoes, roasted peppers, parsley, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add remaining sherry; process until blended. Continue processing while gradually adding remaining oil in a steady stream. Serve with cauliflower.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 470mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Miebaka Jotham Sonime
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and healthy way to enjoy cauliflower.


Kourtenay
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This recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Lovely Andrew
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This is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The cauliflower is roasted to perfection and the dip is irresistible.


Bossman TheDaddy
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can easily customize it to your own taste by adding different spices or toppings.


Vivian Burek
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This is a great recipe for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Edy Cruz
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I made this recipe with almond flour instead of roasted almonds, and it turned out great. The dip was still creamy and flavorful, and the cauliflower was just as crispy.


Pedro Ayomide
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower. I had some roasted cauliflower in the fridge, and this dip was the perfect way to use it up.


Sandeep Chaudhary
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I'm not a huge fan of cauliflower, but I really enjoyed this dish. The dip is creamy and flavorful, and the roasted cauliflower adds a nice crunchy texture.


Fandom Loving gurl
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. The cauliflower is roasted to perfection and the dip is flavorful and satisfying.


Ranga Sarker
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


Khan 14
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook cauliflower, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's a delicious and healthy dish that's sure to become a favorite.


Bikki Shah
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I served this dish with a side of quinoa and roasted vegetables. It was a healthy and satisfying meal that the whole family enjoyed.


Dasilva O'neil
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The cauliflower came out perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I used a combination of olive oil and avocado oil, which gave it a nice golden brown color.


Thomase Nutter
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The roasted almond pepper dip is the star of the show in this dish. It's creamy, tangy, and a little bit spicy. I could eat it with just about anything!


Countryboy K08
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to make. It only took about 30 minutes from start to finish, which is perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Umair Bandial
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can easily customize it to your own taste by adjusting the spices in the dip or adding different toppings to the cauliflower.


Ahmed sm
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The cauliflower is roasted to perfection and the dip is packed with flavor. I'll be adding this to my regular rotation.


Gerard David Toussaint
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I'm not usually a big fan of cauliflower, but this dish changed my mind. The dip was flavorful and the cauliflower was cooked perfectly. Will definitely be making this again.


Imran Tump
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This recipe was an absolute hit at my dinner party! The roasted almond pepper dip was the perfect complement to the crispy cauliflower bites. Highly recommend!