Creamy Vegan Cauliflower Gratin Gf

Have a head of cauliflower laying around that you just haven’t used yet? (Guilty!) This creamy plant-based and gluten-free side is the solution! Just 10 ingredients required. Let us show you how it’s done!

What is Au Gratin?

Gratin, also called au gratin, is a French cooking technique that involves creating a delicious browned crust over a dish (source). While the topping is usually made with breadcrumbs, grated cheese, egg, and/or butter, the following is a plant-based and gluten-free version. The golden crust is most commonly seen over potatoes or pasta, but it’s also delicious on zucchini and cauliflower!

How to Make Cauliflower Gratin

This cauliflower gratin begins with cauliflower being cut into small florets to maximize the creamy coating around each bite. Then we steam the florets until perfectly tender to give them a head start in the cooking process. Next we make the easy, creamy sauce by sautéing onion and garlic, then adding cornstarch or arrowroot to thicken and coconut milk for the liquid. It’s best to cook it in an oven-safe skillet (like cast iron) so there’s no need to transfer it to another pan for creating the golden gratin top. For the spices, a little nutmeg provides warmth, nutritional yeast adds optional cheesiness, and salt and pepper balance it out. All that’s left to do is stir in the steamed cauliflower, sprinkle with vegan parmesan cheese, and put it in the oven to watch the magic happen. In the oven, it develops a gorgeous golden brown crust. But if you find your oven isn’t doing a great job at browning, you can use the broiler to speed up the process. Just watch closely to avoid burning. We hope you LOVE this cauliflower gratin! It’s:CreamyCheesyRichWholesomeElegant& SO delicious! It’s the perfect side for the holiday table or upping your cauliflower intake in an ultra-delicious way! Try it with our Kale Citrus Salad, Thyme & White Bean Pot Pies, and Butternut Pecan Sweet Potato Mash for a lovely holiday meal.