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15 Creative Ways to Use Cauliflower Under 300 Calories

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Packed with fiber and vitamins C, K and B6, cauliflower is a powerhouse ingredient. It’s also a great low-carb alternative for traditional rice. Instead of relegating the veggie to a boring side dish, consider using it in everything from pizza crust, tacos, soup and more. These 15 recipes feature up to 35 grams of protein and less than 300 calories per serving.

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1. LIME-CHILI CHICKEN WITH CAULIFLOWER RICE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 241; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 87mg; Sodium: 251mg; Carbohydrate: 14g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 35g

2. CAULIFLOWER CRUST | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 200; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 72mg; Sodium: 337mg; Carbohydrate: 15g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 14g

3. CURRIED CAULIFLOWER SOUP WITH PISTACHIOS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 155; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 225mg; Carbohydrate: 17g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 7g

4. STIR-FRIED CAULIFLOWER “RICE” BOWL | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 277; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 212mg; Sodium: 523mg; Carbohydrate: 33g; Dietary Fiber: 10g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 14g

5. CAULIFLOWER BLACK BEAN TACOS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 286; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 467mg; Carbohydrate: 52g; Dietary Fiber: 15g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 13g

6. CAULIFLOWER-CRUSTED SPINACH FETA PIE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 136; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 68mg; Sodium: 330mg; Carbohydrate: 11g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 13g

7. CREAMY CAULIFLOWER AND CARROT SOUP | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 263; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 9g; Cholesterol: 7mg; Sodium: 238mg; Carbohydrate: 24g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 12g; Protein: 11g

8. LOADED CAULIFLOWER BAKE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 213; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 8g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 36mg; Sodium: 489mg; Carbohydrate: 13g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 12g

9. CAULIFLOWER AND GREENS FRITTATA | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 210; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 109mg; Sodium: 333mg; Carbohydrate: 10g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 19g

10. SHRIMP AND CAULIFLOWER “GRITS” | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 288; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 240mg; Sodium: 678mg; Carbohydrate: 18g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 10g; Protein: 30g

11. BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER BITES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 129; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 195mg; Carbohydrate: 24g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 7g

12. VEGAN MUSHROOM SHEPHERD’S PIE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 229; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 241mg; Carbohydrate: 35g; Dietary Fiber: 9g; Sugar: 8g; Protein 15g

13. SPANISH CAULIFLOWER RICE WITH KALE | THE ROASTED ROOT

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 280; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 10g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 129mg; Carbohydrate: 33g; Dietary Fiber: 13g; Sugar: 12g; Protein: 13g

14. CAULIFLOWER & GNOCCHI MAC N CHEESE | LOVE AND ZEST

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 287; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 7g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 35mg; Sodium: 474mg; Carbohydrate: 33g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 12g

15. BAKED “CHEESY” CAULIFLOWER | THE HEALTHY MAVEN

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 131; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 47mg; Sodium: 129mg; Carbohydrate: 16g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 11g

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