Cauliflower is not one of those vegetables that my kids willingly request a lot. On its own it can often be a bit too bland for their little mouths. But that’s probably one of its greatest strengths: because it’s pretty neutral, cauliflower can be transformed almost instantly with a little added flavor and light cooking. In fact, it makes a great pizza topping, taco filling, and cheese sauce. It can even be made into rice! Check out these delicious, easy cauliflower recipes that my kids love—and hopefully yours will too.
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31 Cauliflower Dishes Kids Will Actually Eat
Baked Cauliflower Risotto
This gorgeous risotto is easy to pop in the oven, and the kids will love it. They might not even notice the added cauliflower! Get the recipe on Sidewalk Shoes .
3 Cheese Cauliflower Bowl
This quick-fix dish is perfect to make in a jiffy. It features cauliflower and three cheeses, ingredients all kids love. Get the recipe on Farm Fresh Eats .
Cauliflower Pea Edamame Mac and Cheese
This loaded mac and cheese is chock-full of protein-heavy veggies. The whole family will love the one-dish meal. Find the recipe on Healthy Seasonal Recipes .
Maple Sesame Cauliflower
This delicious cauliflower dish is perfect for kids who want a dish with a slightly sweet and salty flavor. Find the recipe on Healthy Seasonal Recipes .
Paleo Scalloped Cauliflower
It is possible to eat paleo with kids in the house. This delicious cauliflower is rich and cheesy, and everyone will love it! Find the recipe on My Life Cookbook .
Stuffed Cauliflower Rounds
These sunny looking rounds are flavorful and fun. Let kids decide what veggies they want stuffed in the middle, and slice it up like a pizza to serve. Find the recipe on My Life Cookbook .
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Cauliflower Soup
This delicious slow-cooker soup is naturally sweet and a snap to prepare. The kids will adore the smooth texture, and you'll love how healthy it is. Get the recipe on Peas and Crayons .
Fruity Cauliflower Rice
This gorgeous "rice" is actually made with bits of cauliflower. Healthy fruit bits are stirred in to make it naturally sweet and appealing to everyone at the table. Find the recipe on Strength & Sunshine .
Cheesy Cauliflower Farro Bake
This amazing cauliflower farro bake is healthy and tasty to boot. Kids will love the chewy farro and cheesy cauliflower. It is perfect for the whole family. Find the recipe on Back to Her Roots .
Roasted Broccoli with Cauliflower Cheese Sauce
One of the fun things about cauliflower is that is can be made into a cheesy sauce. Try drizzling it over roasted cauliflower for a delicious side dish! Find the recipe on My Life Cookbook .
Savory Pizza Waffles
These delicious savory pizza waffles are unbelievably delicious and totally grain free. Riced cauliflower is a main ingredient and you can't even tell. Find the recipe on My Life Cookbook .
Roasted Cauliflower Tacos
These roasted cauliflower tacos are the perfect healthy vegetarian take on tacos. You will adore how flavorful they are, and kids will love that they still can eat their favorite tacos! Find the recipe on Peas and Crayons .
Roasted Vegetable Fall Pizza
This delicious roasted vegetable pizza is ideal for making at home for pizza night. Everyone will adore it! Find the recipe on Hello Little Home .
Slow Cooker Cauliflower Potato Mash
This fluffy potato cauliflower mash is perfect for popping in the slow-cooker and baking up for a crowd. The kids will never detect the cauliflower, and they will love it. Find the recipe on Peas and Crayons .
Tomato Basil Cauliflower Rice
This delicious cauliflower rice dish is flavored with rich tomato and basil. It is almost like a caprese salad! Find the recipe on Strength & Sunshine .
Cheesy Cauliflower Tots
These fabulous bite-size snacks are made with cheese and cauliflower. Kids will love noshing on them, and adults will be happy to serve them! Find the recipe on Kalyn's Kitchen .
Twice Baked Cauliflower
This easy side dish will remind you of your favorite twice-baked potatoes. It is rich and comforting and full of health. Find the recipe on Kalyn's Kitchen .
Cheesy Cauliflower Pizza Bites
What child ever declined pizza? They will scream for it when it is crafted into these delightful pizza bites. Find the recipe on Dinner Mom .
Spicy Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits
Grits are a kid favorite, and here they get a makeover with the addition of healthy cauliflower. They are as rich and comforting as ever, and healthier too! Find the recipe on Dinner Mom .
Oven Roasted Cauliflower
This easy dish is so delicious. Roast cauliflower in the oven with lots of flavorings and you've got a satisfying meal or side dish. Find the recipe on Lavende & Lemonade .
Butternut Squash Cauliflower Soup
This gorgeous creamy soup is absolutely delicious. It features sweet squash, leeks, and smooth cauliflower. It is comforting and healthy and perfect for all ages. Find the recipe on This Week for Dinner .
Cauliflower Fritters
These tasty fritters are perfect for kids who like their food crunchy and salty. They are like french fries, only better. Find the recipe on Dinner with Julie .
Honey Cider Roast Cauliflower and Squash
This delicious side dish is full of flavor from cider and honey. Squash and cauliflower make a natural pairing that everyone will love. Find the recipe on Food for My Family .
Honey Roasted Cauliflower with Pine Nuts and Crispy Sage
This cauliflower recipe is perfect for a dress up occasion, or just for serving as a weeknight side dish. Find the recipe on Food for My Family .
Creamy Cauliflower Capellini
Pasta with cauliflower sauce is ideal for kids and adults. Everyone will want to dig into this comforting dish after a busy day. Find the recipe on Simple Bites .
Roasted Cauliflower Sauce
Sometimes the key to kids and cauliflower is making a sauce. This easy sauce recipe is perfect for tossing over pasta, drizzling over vegetables, or even using as a dip. Find the recipe on Created by Diane .
Curried Cauliflower and Chickpea Soup
This gorgeous soup recipe is sweet and spicy and full of warmth. Kids and adults will love it on a cold winter's day. Find the recipe on Savoring the Thyme .
Creamy Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
This delicious mac and cheese recipe features cheese AND cauliflower. It's the best kind of twist on a kid favorite. Find the recipe on One Hungry Mama .
Roasted Cauliflower and Carrots with Olive Drizzle
This delicious dish is deceptively simple. It features roast vegetables topped with a salty olive drizzle, and it's ideal for serving as a side dish or a party appetizer. Find the recipe on The Mom 100 .
Roasted Cauliflower and Garlic Dip
This awesome dip is ideal for family noshing. Serve it with toasted pita for an easy family dish. Find the recipe on Brooklyn Supper .
Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli Soup
This delicious soup is ideal for cold nights. It is full of flavor and a little heat, and kids will never guess it is full of so many healthy ingredients. Find the recipe on Marla Meridith .