7 Creative Recipes to Replace Carbs with Cauliflower

While most people are familiar with how cauliflower is normally prepared, it is now slowly being used as a grain and carb substitute with good reason. According to Life Hack, cauliflower is in the same family as kale, broccoli and Brussels sprout. It is rich in fiber, vitamin C, K and folate.

Here are some creative recipes you can use cauliflower to replace carbs:

1.) Cheesy cauliflower breadsticks

It's like regular cheese breadsticks, but with less carbs and a whole lot healthier. This recipe from Jo Cooks is gluten-free and easy to make. This is a great appetizer for when you're having a party or entertaining guests. This is also a great snack idea for kids who are picky eaters.

2.) Olive oil, garlic and Romano cheese mashed cauliflower

If you're a fan of mashed potato but not a fan of the heavy bloat after, using mashed cauliflowers instead of potatoes may be something you want to try. This recipe from Faithfulness Farm goes well with the classic pork chop meal but instead of mashed potatoes, you're having a more nutritious version.

3.) Crock pot cauliflower and cheese

Serious mac and cheese lovers will probably say no outright to this healthy-fied combo but as they say, don't rule out something you haven't tried yet. This recipe from Spicy Southern Kitchen makes the cauliflower more cheesy and delicious through slow cooking. Instead of bingeing on high-calorie mac and cheese, lessen the carb intake with this recipe instead.

4.) Cauliflower chocolate cake

Fancy having vegetables for dessert? This recipe from Chocolate Covered Katie is a game changer and while it still technically uses flour, it is undoubtedly more nutritionally-packed than most chocolate cakes out there. On top of that, the author also shared a recipe for a healthier chocolate frosting using Reese's pieces.

5.) Coconut cauliflower pancakes

While the recipe from Kiss My Broccoli is interesting on its own, you'll undoubtedly be more interested when you know that it only takes five minutes to prepare it. If you like to make breakfast pancakes, you should try this next.

6.) Oven-roasted cauliflower "rice"

Cauliflower "rice" is a trending health food. This recipe from Well Fed is for those who are not into mushy "rice" and want a more dry texture.

7.) Crispy cauliflower chips

Cauliflower is available all year-round which is why it is one of the most ideal staple vegetables in the market. Additionally, it makes great chips. This recipe from Manu's Kitchen is so easy to make and goes well with dips.