Description
This creamy and smoky plant-based cauliflower cheese is packed with flavor, using Holy Moly Smoky Garlic Aioli, plant-based smoked cheddar, and Parmesan cheese. A quick and easy vegan comfort food recipe, perfect as a side dish or a main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 85g Holy Moly Smoky Garlic Aioli (half a tub)
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 35g Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 200g plant-based smoked cheddar (Violife, chopped into small chunks)
- 100g plant-based Parmesan cheese (Violife, grated)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan).
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Prepare the cheese & cauliflower:
- Chop the smoked cheddar into small chunks.
- Grate the Parmesan cheese and set aside.
- Place the cauliflower florets in a large bowl, cover with plastic wrap, poke a few holes, and microwave for 3 minutes.
- Transfer the steamed cauliflower to an oven-safe dish.
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Make the cheese sauce:
- In a bowl, mix Smoky Garlic Aioli, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and chopped smoked cheddar until well combined.
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Assemble & bake:
- Spoon the cheese mixture over the cauliflower.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake for 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
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Serve & enjoy!
Notes
- Extra Crispy Top: Broil for 1-2 extra minutes at the end for a crispier finish.
- Serving Suggestion: Pair with a crusty baguette or a fresh salad.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg