Ina Garten Cauliflower Toast Recipe

This Ina Garten Cauliflower Toast Recipe is a savory and cheesy open-faced sandwich, which uses roasted cauliflower and Gruyère cheese. It’s a restaurant-quality dish, ready in 50 minutes.

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Ina Garten Cauliflower Toast Ingredients

• 1 small head of cauliflower, cut into small florets
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 4 slices thick sourdough bread
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chives (optional)

How To Make Ina Garten Cauliflower Toast

1. Roast the cauliflower: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread cauliflower on a sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Roast for 25–30 minutes, until golden and tender.
2. Make the cheese mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted cauliflower with Gruyère, Parmesan, sour cream, and Dijon mustard. Mix until evenly coated.
3. Toast the bread: Lightly toast the sourdough slices until just crisp around the edges.
4. Assemble the toasts: Spoon the cheesy cauliflower mixture over each slice, spreading evenly.
5. Bake until bubbly: Return to the oven and bake at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and golden.
6. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with parsley or chives, if desired. Serve warm.

Recipe Tips

• Can I make it ahead of time?: Roast the cauliflower and mix the filling in advance. Assemble and bake just before serving.
• What cheese can I substitute for Gruyère?: Try Fontina, Swiss, or sharp white cheddar.
• Can I use frozen cauliflower?: Fresh gives the best texture, but thawed and well-drained frozen florets work in a pinch.
• What bread is best?: Thick slices of sourdough hold up well under the toppings.

What To Serve With Cauliflower Toast

Cauliflower toast is hearty enough to be a meal, or it can be served as an appetizer or side. Try it with:

• A crisp green salad
• Tomato soup or butternut squash soup
• A soft-boiled egg on the side
• Roasted root vegetables

How To Store Cauliflower Toast

Refrigerate: Store assembled but unbaked toasts or leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheat: Warm in the oven or toaster oven at 350°F until heated through and crisp.
Do not freeze: The texture of the topping doesn’t hold up well to freezing.

Cauliflower Toast Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 290
• Carbohydrates: 22g
• Protein: 10g
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sodium: 400mg
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 2g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and serving size.

FAQs

Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes, use gluten-free bread to make it GF-friendly.

Can I use another vegetable besides cauliflower?
Yes, try roasted broccoli or mushrooms.

Is this vegetarian?
Yes, just be sure your cheeses are vegetarian-friendly.

Can I make this into bite-sized appetizers?
Use baguette slices instead of sourdough for party-sized bites.

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