Cauliflower Buns

These scrumptious low-carb cauliflower buns use cauliflower rice in place of flour, with a bit of sharp Cheddar cheese and egg as binder to make a grain-free and gluten-free bun for burgers or sandwiches. Our take on cauliflower bread is particularly good with Classic Beef Burgers with all the fixings (see Associated Recipes), but we also love these buns with turkey burgers and veggie burgers.

Prep Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 buns
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Ingredients

  • 5 cups cauliflower florets (about 1 pound)

  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten

  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

  2. Place cauliflower in a food processor; process until very finely grated. Transfer to a microwave-safe bowl. Cover loosely and microwave on High for 3 minutes. Let cool slightly. Transfer the cauliflower to a clean kitchen towel and wring out all excess moisture. Return to the bowl. Add cheese and egg; stir until thoroughly combined. Use a 1/4-cup measure to distribute the batter into 8 portions on the prepared pan. Pat each into a 3-inch circle.

  3. Bake until browned and crispy around the edges, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

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Equipment

Parchment paper or silicone baking mat

Associated Recipe

Classic Beef Burgers with Cauliflower Buns

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, June 2019

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

170 Calories
11g Fat
8g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 bun
Calories 170
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 11g 21%
Total Fat 11g 15%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Vitamin A 418IU 8%
Vitamin C 65mg 72%
Folate 91mcg 23%
Sodium 242mg 11%
Calcium 244mg 19%
Iron 1mg 5%
Magnesium 32mg 8%
Potassium 442mg 9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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