What to do with cauliflower: 5 simple, gourmet recipes for a change from au gratin

Monday 23 February 2026 15:30 - Adèle Peyches
What to do with cauliflower: 5 simple, gourmet recipes for a change from au gratin

We've all eaten cauliflower once, a little overcooked and with an uninspiring smell. And that's often what gives it a bad reputation...

But in reality, cauliflower can be delicious. It just needs to be cooked differently. When properly prepared, it becomes melt-in-your-mouth, slightly crunchy and, above all, delicious. It also goes well with spices, sauces and cheese, and slips easily into many everyday dishes.

You can use it to make a soft soup, a comforting gratin, a quick pan-fry, or even a more original recipe like pizza dough or galettes. And the big advantage is that it goes with almost everything.

If you never know what to do with cauliflower, this selection will clearly save you more than one meal:


Discover our recipes below:

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For your Easter appetizer, a beautiful edible spring garden graces your table! A base of hummus represents fertile soil, showcasing a variety of crunchy vegetables! An original way to get everyone to eat their veggies ;-) Plus, this recipe is...


Cauliflower and pistachio soupRecipe Cauliflower and pistachio soup

We love cauliflower for all the nutrients and benefits it provides. Since it's in season, we made this soup. It's an incredibly easy, nutritious, and tasty recipe that we'll explain step by step.


Cauliflower tabbouleh 100% veggieRecipe Cauliflower tabbouleh 100% veggie

Today for lunch, try our tabbouleh... without semolina! A gluten-free alternative made entirely from vegetables! Indeed, the semolina is replaced by blended cauliflower :-) A great way to get the whole family to enjoy this vegetable! A no-cook...


Cauliflower gratin with béchamel (white sauce) - video recipe!Recipe Cauliflower gratin with béchamel (white sauce) - video recipe!

Enjoy a gratin to make your kids discover cauliflower ! Associating grated cheese and white sauce, you are sure to make a well appreciated dish !


Air-fryer cauliflower croquettes: an economical vegetarian recipeRecipe Air-fryer cauliflower croquettes: an economical vegetarian recipe

Cauliflower croquettes made in an air fryer are a healthy, inexpensive, and easy-to-prepare recipe. This vegetarian dish is ideal for those looking for a light but flavorful option, perfect for quick lunches or dinners. The ingredients needed are...

Cauliflower can be much greedier than you think

In au gratin, roasted in the oven, curried or in patties, it can easily be transformed into a real everyday dish. With these ideas, you've got plenty of variety, and above all, plenty of ways to get to grips with this vegetable!

Adèle PeychesAdèle Peyches
Editorial manager who just can't wait for winter to enjoy fondue! Passionate about gastronomy and always on the lookout for new culinary gems, I first studied law before returning to my first love: the taste of good products and the joy of sharing around the table :)

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