This easy recipe for Buffalo Cauliflower Dip is vegan and dairy-free. It features roasted cauliflower and a spicy cheese sauce perfect for dipping vegetables, crackers or chips.
1large head of cauliflower (6-7 cups)cut into small florets
1tablespoonof olive oil or avocado oil
1teaspoonkosher salt
3/4cup mayo or sour cream(I use primal kitchen paleo mayo or vegan mayo)
3/4cupcoconut cream or cream cheese softened to room temperature
1teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoondried dill
2teaspoonsdried chives or 1 tablespoon fresh chives
1teaspoonpaprika
1tablespoonfresh lemon juice
2/3cuphot sauce(I used Franks Red Hot Original)
For dipping: Tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, bell peppers, or crackers
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spread the chopped cauliflower florets onto a large baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss to coat then sprinkle with kosher salt. Roast the cauliflower in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cauliflower is tender and starts to char around the edges.
While it’s roasting, mix the paleo mayo, coconut cream, garlic powder, dill, chives, paprika, lemon juice and hot sauce in a large mixing bowl. When the cauliflower is done, add it to the bowl and mix well to combine.
Turn the oven down to 400°F and grease an 8x8 inch baking dish with non stick pray.
Pour the buffalo cauliflower dip into the prepared pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until it’s heated through and bubbling around the edges.
Serve warm with your favorite tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, peppers or crackers.
Recipe Equipment
Sheet Pan
Baking Dish
Notes
To prep: Chop and roast the cauliflower in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days before making the dip.
To store: Allow the dip to cool completely and store in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Place back in a baking dish and bake at 350°F until warmed and bubbly.