Cauliflower casserole - a healthy alternative for casserole lovers
Cauliflower casserole is an excellent proposition for everyone who appreciates a combination of healthy ingredients and delicious taste. Cauliflower is a low-calorie vegetable that provides the body with many needed nutrients, such as vitamins C, K and B6, as well as protein, fiber and antioxidants. However, cauliflower is not the only advantage of this casserole. The addition of cheese provides the necessary protein, and additional vegetables - such as onions or peppers - introduce additional vitamins and minerals. In addition, thanks to the use of béchamel sauce, the cauliflower casserole is creamy and tasty. So it's a great alternative to traditional casseroles, which are often full of fat and calories. Cauliflower casserole is also a great way to diversify your daily diet. Thanks to its nutritional properties, it is ideal for health-conscious people, and its delicate taste makes it ideal also for children. So, try this recipe and enjoy a delicious and healthy meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 medium cauliflower (about 600g (21oz))
- 1 large onion (about 200g (7oz))
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 red pepper
- 150g (5.3oz) cottage cheese
- 1/2 liter of milk
- 2 tablespoons of flour
- 50g (1.8oz) butter
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Divide the cauliflower into florets and cook in lightly salted water until soft but still crunchy.
- Chop the onion and garlic, and chop the pepper into small cubes.
- Melt the butter in a pan, add the onion, garlic and paprika, fry until the vegetables are soft.
- In a small pot, prepare the béchamel sauce: heat the milk, then add the flour, stirring until a smooth sauce is obtained.
- Mix the cooked cauliflower, onion, garlic, paprika and béchamel sauce together, season with salt and pepper.
- Pour everything into an ovenproof dish, sprinkle with grated cheese and bake in an oven preheated to 180°C for about 30 minutes.
Preparation time: 30 min
Cooking time: 30 min
Macro nutrients per 100 grams
Calories: 28.1 kcal
Carbohydrate: 4.1 g
Protein: 1.8 g
Fat: 0.5 g
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