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Feb 7, 2023 by Hayley · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

Buffalo Cauliflower

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Whether you are cooking for a game day meal or just a weeknight meal, you can't go wrong with Buffalo Cauliflower. This is a combo that I was reluctant to try for so long, but started ordering it as an appetizer at every restaurant I could find it and fell in LOVE. There is something about eating something that is messy, but also knowing it is just a veggie, or maybe that is just me!

This recipe is two simple ingredients! How many recipes can you find that are that simple? That is why I love making it is an appetizer or as a side dish for a weeknight meal. All you need is Buffalo Sauce (I like Noble Made best) and some cauliflower. You don't even need a knife for this recipe, but can always use one if you are more civil than I am.

The best part about this recipe is that you can please everyone. Choose a spice level that will please everyone or make a double batch- one for mild folks and one for those that like it spicy! I like to serve this with my dairy-free ranch dressing, some celery and call it good.

Tips for Buffalo Cauliflower:

  1. I used to hate chopping cauliflower because it makes a mess! Now I leave it in the plastic, and bang it on the counter a few times stem side down. It breaks apart the stem from the florets and doesn't even make a mess!
  2. Feel free to use your favorite buffalo sauce.
  3. I serve this with my Dairy-free Ranch Dressing.
  4. You can also cook this in the air fryer for about 10 minutes or until the cauliflower is slightly crispy.

If you like this simple side dish, be sure to check out my Crispy Oven Roasted Broccoli.

Buffalo Cauliflower on a plate with ranch and celery

Buffalo Cauliflower

Hayley Lucero
A two ingredient appetizer or side dish
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 36 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head Cauliflower
  • 1 cup Buffalo Sauce I like Nobel Made
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Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • To get the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, either cut the cauliflower using a knife, or you can leave the plastic on, bang the head of cauliflower stem side down on the counter and rotating a quarter turn until it falls apart in the plastic.
  • Put the florets into a large bowl and pour the buffalo sauce in. Mix until the cauliflower is coated thoroughly.
  • Dump the cauliflower onto a sheet pan and place in the oven for 25 minutes or until fork tender.
  • Serve with ranch dressing or your favorite dip and enjoy!

Notes

  1. I used to hate chopping cauliflower because it makes a mess! Now I leave it in the plastic, and bang it on the counter a few times stem side down. It breaks apart the stem from the florets and doesn't even make a mess!
  2. Feel free to use your favorite buffalo sauce.
  3. I serve this with my Dairy-free Ranch Dressing.

Nutrition

Calories: 36kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 1883mgPotassium: 430mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin C: 69mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg
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