Want a dish that’s both low-effort and high-impact? Drop an entire head of cauliflower into your slow cooker, and let it gently transform into a buttery, fork-tender masterpiece. This no-fuss recipe is bursting with savory goodness and doubles as an impressive vegetarian main or hearty side. It’s slow cooking made elegant.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Hands-Off Magic: Minimal prep—your crock pot handles the rest.
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Totally Customizable: Switch up the spices to fit your menu.
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Show-Stopping Look: A whole cauliflower makes a dramatic and beautiful table centerpiece.
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
This dish shines on its own, but here are some delicious ideas to round it out:
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A crisp green salad or sautéed leafy greens like kale or chard
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Nutty, chewy grains like quinoa, wild rice, or couscous to soak up the juices
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Bright sauces such as herbed tahini, garlic aioli, or a tangy lemon vinaigrette
🌿 Slow Cooker Whole Cauliflower
Serves: 4–6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3–4 hours on LOW
📝 Ingredients
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1 large head of cauliflower, leaves trimmed and base flattened
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
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¼ cup vegetable broth or water
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Cauliflower
Trim off any outer leaves and flatten the stem so the cauliflower sits level.
2. Mix Your Seasoning
Combine olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a small bowl.
3. Coat and Season
Rub the spice mixture generously over the entire head of cauliflower, coating it evenly.
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