Lemon and almond cauliflower
Enjoy a delightful twist with this Lemon and Almond Cauliflower recipe! Made with tender cauliflower, savory chicken gravy, crunchy almonds, fresh chives, and zesty lemon. Perfect for a nutritious and flavorful meal.
Cook time 4 min
Prep time 6 min
Ingredients:
3/4 cauliflower2 cups chicken gravy
1 cup almonds
1 tbsp chives
1 lemon
Lemon and almond cauliflower is a delightful dish that combines the nutty flavors of almonds with the tangy zest of lemon and the earthiness of cauliflower. This recipe is perfect for a healthy and tasty side dish.
Instructions:
- Wash the cauliflower thoroughly under cold water.
- Remove the leaves and cut the cauliflower into small florets.
- If using pre-made chicken gravy, warm it up in a saucepan over medium heat.
- If making your own gravy, prepare it and keep it warm.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, add the almonds.
- Toast them, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and aromatic, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the almonds from the heat and set them aside.
- In a large pot, bring enough water to a boil to cover the cauliflower florets.
- Once boiling, add a pinch of salt and the cauliflower florets.
- Cook until the cauliflower is tender but still slightly crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain the cauliflower and set it aside.
- Zest the lemon to get about 1 tablespoon of lemon zest.
- Cut the lemon in half and juice it to get about 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
- In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked cauliflower, warm chicken gravy, toasted almonds, and lemon zest.
- Gently toss to ensure the cauliflower is well coated with the gravy and the almonds are evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle the finely chopped chives over the cauliflower mixture.
- Drizzle with the fresh lemon juice.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Tips:
- Choose fresh cauliflower without any brown spots for best results.
- Toasting the almonds beforehand can enhance their flavor.
- Grate the lemon zest finely to distribute the lemon flavor more evenly.
This lemon and almond cauliflower recipe is not only easy to prepare but also brings together a dynamic blend of flavors. The tangy lemon and crunchy almonds perfectly complement the tender cauliflower, making it a delightful addition to any meal. Enjoy this nutritious and delicious dish!
Nutrition per serving
4 ServingsCalories 280kcal
Protein 11g
Carbohydrates 24g
Fiber 8g
Sugar 6g
Fat 18g
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