Made as a snack or served on the side of your favourite protein for dinner, this cauliflower popcorn recipe will make kids forget they're eating veggies.
Roasted cauliflower as popcorn is delicious example of when it's okay to play with your foods. High heat transforms cauliflower florets into caramelized bites that are soft on the inside, crispy on the outside and completely addictive. A creamy curried dip makes them even more snackable.
Ingredients for Cauliflower Popcorn and Curried Mayo
Cauliflower Popcorn
1 medium head cauliflower
3 tbsp canola or olive oil
salt
Curried Mayo
1/4 cup (60 ml) mayonnaise (regular or light)
2 tsp (10 ml) lemon juice
1/4–1/2 tsp (1–2 ml) curry paste or powder
Directions for Cauliflower Popcorn and Curried Mayo
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Remove the core from the cauliflower and separate it into large florets. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower with oil and sprinkle with salt.
Spread out in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 30-40 min, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is golden.
To make curried mayo, stir together the mayonnaise, lemon juice and curry paste or powder until smooth.
Serve roasted cauliflower immediately, with curried mayo for dipping.
Serves 6.
