Cauliflower is an amazing vegetable that can be used in so many creative ways! One of the best ways to use cauliflower is as a low-carb replacement for virtually any starch. You can use cauliflower as a substitute for rice, potatoes, flour, pasta, and even oatmeal! 

Most of these low-carb cauliflower recipes are quick and easy to prepare. Some of them also work great for meal prepping as they can be made ahead of time and frozen. 

10 low carb cauliflower recipes

If you’re using cauliflower as a starch replacement, not only are you eating something that is low-carb, but cauliflower also has more nutrients than potatoes or pasta.

Part of the cruciferous family of vegetables (think kale, cabbage, and broccoli), cauliflower is one of the healthiest vegetables you can eat. It’s high in fiber, has a decent amount of protein, and is packed full of vitamins C, K, and Folate. 

All of these delicious low-carb cauliflower recipes have: 

  • less than 20 grams of carbs per serving 
  • some protein content (from 3 to 24 grams per serving!)
  • some healthy fat (to keep you feeling full)

You’ll find a lot of creative uses for cauliflower with these 10 low-carb cauliflower recipes!

Low-carb cauliflower recipes

Vegan Cauliflower Pizza with Basil Pesto

This vegan cauliflower pizza is the perfect healthy alternative to a traditional pizza. With a delicious low-carb cauliflower base, you can indulge in pizza whenever you like! 

Nutrition: 245 calories – 12 g carbs – 8 g protein – 21 g fat

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low-carb cauliflower pizza with basil pesto

Creamy Kabocha Squash and Cauliflower Soup

Kabocha squash and cauliflower come together perfectly in this soup, especially when reinforced by a healthy dose of fresh ginger, ground cardamom, and cayenne. 

Nutrition: 125 calories – 12 g carbs – 3 g protein – 8 g fat

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Creamy Kabocha Squash and Cauliflower Soup (Dairy-Free with Vegan Option)

Vegan Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce

This vegan cauliflower Alfredo sauce is rich and creamy while also being low-carb and super easy to make! Put in on top of veggie noodles for the perfect vegan dinner!

Nutrition: 138 calories – 10 g carbs – 4 g protein – 9 g fat

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Vegan cauliflower Alfredo Sauce

Low-Carb Cauliflower Oatmeal

This low-carb cauliflower oatmeal is an amazing low-carb and grain-free alternative to normal oatmeal. It’s just as tasty and easy to make but with a lot fewer carbs and calories. 

Nutrition: 139 calories – 16 g carbs – 7 g protein – 7 g fat

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Bowl of cauliflower oatmeal with a strawberry and peanut butter on top

Fried Cauliflower Rice & Shrimp

Cauliflower works perfectly in this recipe for cauliflower fried rice and shrimp! It’s easy to prepare and is full of tasty protein.

Nutrition: 354 calories – 19 g carbs – 24 g protein – 20 g fat

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fried cauliflower rice shrimp

Chicken Cauliflower Casserole

Chicken Cauliflower Casserole is an easy-to-make dish that is full of cheesy goodness while still being high in protein and low in carbs, calories, and fat. It makes for the perfect healthy dinner choice!

Nutrition: 354 calories – 19 g carbs – 24 g protein – 20 g fat

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Piece of chicken cauliflower casserole on white plate

Roasted Cauliflower Mash

A delicious recipe for roasted cauliflower mash that is low-carb and good for you! It’s a perfect option for a low-carb lunch or dinner side.

Nutrition: 188 calories – 13 g carbs – 5 g protein – 15 g fat

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Low-Carb Roasted Cauliflower Mash

Cauliflower Casserole

This cauliflower casserole is a healthy and keto friendly alternative and tastes similar to the classic flavors of a loaded baked potato.

Nutrition: 126 calories – 2 g carbs – 5 g protein – 10 g fat

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Low-carb Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

This keto friendly, low carb cauliflower mac and cheese recipe can be ready in just 5 minutes and with only 5 ingredients too! It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner idea! 
 
Nutrition: 294 calories – 12 g carbs – 11 g protein – 23 g fat

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Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Cauliflower Creamed Spinach

This low-carb cauliflower is the perfect side dish for any meal. It takes only 20 minutes to make and requires only 7 ingredients!
 
Nutrition: 93 calories – 6 g carbs – 4 g protein – 4 g fat

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low carb cauliflower creamed spinach

When you have tried any of these low-carb cauliflower recipes, please let me know in the comments how you liked them. You are also more than welcome to suggest other great low-carb cauliflower recipes I should include in the roundup.

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Enjoy!