15 Plant-Based Spicy Cauliflower Recipes

9. Spicy Cauliflower and Broccoli Cheese Bake

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Broccoli and cauliflower pair together very well. Things get even more delicious when you add some decadent dairy-free cheese, bake it to ooey-gooey perfection, and top it with crunchy kale chips! This Spicy Cauliflower and Broccoli Cheese Bake by Holly Jade will become a comfort food favorite, we guarantee it.

10. Healthy Spicy Cauliflower Dip

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If you are looking for a dip that can fit everybody’s needs, this Healthy Spicy Cauliflower Dip by Joyce Gan is the one you should bookmark. Because it is homemade, you can adjust its spiciness and saltiness. Better yet, this healthy and colorful dip only takes 10 minutes to prepare. Your friends and guests will be pleased with how appetizing it looks and tastes.

11. Spicy Lime Cauliflower Steaks

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Since cauliflower steaks essentially absorb any flavor you cook them in, they can be made in countless different ways! In this particular recipe, they are seasoned with lime, paprika, cumin, and agave nectar for a touch of sweetness. Simple, quick, and extremely flavorful! You have to try these Spicy Lime Cauliflower Steaks by Natalie Yonan.

12. Sweet and Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

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This buffalo cauliflower is spicy, but it also has a nice, sweet note, so it’s not all about the heat — especially when you pair it with the cool, creamy ranch dip. The cauliflower florets are soft, but crispy on the outside, and so tasty you’ll want to eat an entire tray by yourself. These Sweet and Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower Wings by Jennifer Harmon would be the perfect appetizer at a barbecue, game day, or any day.

13. Spicy Middle Eastern Braised Chickpeas With Cauliflower

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Chickpeas and cauliflower are braised in a spicy, fragrant coconut and tomato sauce made with a homemade spice blend. Smoky cumin, turmeric, cloves, coriander, and cardamom dominate the flavor profile. Serve these Spicy Middle Eastern Braised Chickpeas With Cauliflower by Tara Binder with rice, flatbread, or with your favorite grains.

14. Spicy ‘Sausage’ and Cauliflower Gumbo

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Gumbo is a spicy stew that’s a Louisiana tradition. This recipe is made with fresh cauliflower and an amazing blend of spices for a full-flavored experience. The ability of cauliflower to take on any flavor makes it the perfect vehicle for the smokey and multilayered flavor of the gravy. Serve this Spicy ‘Sausage’ and Cauliflower Gumbo by Sara B. Allen on a bed of steamed rice!

15. Thai Pizza With Cauliflower Leeks Tofu and Spicy Peanut Sauce

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Is there any better night than pizza night? This Thai Pizza by Travis Piper is guaranteed to blow the roof right off your home. It’s loaded with Thai-inspired ingredients and flavors like bell pepper, sprouts, baked tofu fresh herbs, and a creamy, spicy peanut sauce. It’s also topped with Italian marinara sauce and creamy cashew cheese that blend as the pizza gets crispy and warm in the oven.

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