Zesty Mexican Cauliflower

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 13

Zesty Mexican Cauliflower recipe perfect for lunch or dinner

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup cauliflower floret
	1/3 cup low-fat sour cream
	2 teaspoons low-fat mayonnaise
	3/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce
	1/3 cup salsa
	2 tablespoons low-fat cheddar cheese , shredded
	2 teaspoons low-fat cheddar cheese , shredded
	1 cup fresh corn , cooked

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

218

Sugar

Fat

10g

This Zesty Mexican Cauliflower dish is the perfect blend of spicy and cheesy, making it a tasty and healthy option for lunch or dinner. This dish is vegetarian, making it a great option for anyone who is looking to cut down on meat. The flavors of the hot sauce, salsa, and corn make the cauliflower pop with flavor, making it a dish that everyone will love. Try serving this dish as a side with your favorite protein or enjoy it as a main course.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	In a mixing bowl, stir together the sour cream, mayonnaise, hot red pepper sauce, and salsa.
3.	Pour the mixture into a baking dish and lay the cauliflower florets on top. Mix together to coat the florets well.
4.	Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and cooked corn evenly over the cauliflower mixture.
5.	Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the cauliflower is tender.

PROS

This recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and low in calories.

It’s easy and quick to prepare and can be a great side dish or main course.

CONS

The dish may be a little spicy for some individuals who do not enjoy hot food.

As with any cheese dish, those with lactose intolerance should enjoy with caution.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cauliflower is an excellent source of vitamins C and K and fiber, which is helpful in supporting digestion.
It is also low in calories and can be beneficial in weight management.
The hot red pepper sauce may help with metabolism, and the calcium found in cheese can support bone health.