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Spicy Zippy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Spicy Zippy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Spicy Zippy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are a popular and flavorful dish that offers a delicious alternative to traditional buffalo wings. It is a delicious, nutritious, and satisfying dish that caters to a variety of dietary preferences while delivering bold flavors.

Whether for a snack, appetizer, or healthier game-day alternative, they are a versatile plant-based option.

Nutritional Benefits

  1. Low in Calories: Cauliflower is low in calories, making it a great choice for those looking to maintain or lose weight.
  2. Rich in Nutrients: It is high in vitamins C and K, folate, and fiber, supporting overall health.
  3. High in Antioxidants: Cauliflower contains antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the body.
  4. Low in Carbs: The dish is suitable for low-carb diets, including Keto diets.
  5. Plant-Based: A great source of plant-based protein when paired with dips or sides that add nutritional value.
Spicy Zippy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Spicy Zippy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Power Food: Cauliflower
Gluten free | Dairy free | Soy free
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword Family Foods
Calories 97.3

Ingredients

Cauliflower coating:
  • 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil EVOO (in a spray bottle)
  • 1 cup almond milk unsweetened
  • 3/4 cup quinoa flour or other flour of choice
  • Sea salt and pepper freshly ground to taste
Cauliflower Wings:
  • 1 head cauliflower 6 1/2 cups, cut into bite sized pieces
Buffalo Sauce:
  • 3/4 cup hot sauce
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin coconut oil EVCO, melted
  • 2 tsp. garlic minced
  • 2 Tbsp. dry mustard
  • Sea salt and pepper freshly ground to taste
Side Dish:
  • 2-3 carrots cut into 3-inch sticks
  • 2-3 celery stalks cut into 3-inch sticks
  • Side Dipping Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup coconut yogurt unsweetened (gluten &dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup cucumber cut into thin slivers
  • 1/2 lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 Tbsp. garlic crushed

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F. Lightly spray a large non-stick baking sheet with EVOO.
  • Combine the almond milk, quinoa flour, sea salt and pepper in a bowl and stir until well combined.
  • Coat the cauliflower pieces with the flour mixture and place on the baking sheet in a single layer; bake for 10 minutes. turn and bake another 10 minutes until lightly browned and crispy.
  • While the cauliflower is baking, combine the hot sauce, EVCO, garlic, mustard, sea salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Pour the hot sauce mixture over the baked cauliflower and continue baking for an additional 5-10 minutes. In the meantime, mix yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, and garlic together in a small bowl. Set aside. Serve cauliflower bites with a side of carrots, celery sticks and dipping sauce.

Notes

Nutritional Facts (with toppings):
Calories: 97.3 | Total Fat: 1.5 g, Saturated Fat 0.1 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2 g, Monounsaturated Fat 0.6 g | Cholesterol 0 mg | Sodium 336.3 mg | Potassium 322.1 mg | Total Carbohydrates 15.9 g | Dietary Fiber 4.6 g | Natural Sugar 5.8 g | Protein 4.1 g | *Vitamin C 74.1% | *Folate 13.7% | *Vitamin E 9%
*Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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