Cheesy Cauliflower in the Microwave

Name: Cheesy Cauliflower in the Microwave
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 medium head cauliflower, separated into florets; butter-flavored cooking spray (such as I Can't Believe It's Not Butter®); 0.25 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 0.125 teaspoon ground black pepper; 0.25 cup Italian-style bread crumbs; 0.25 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 3 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste; 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes

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Microwave cauliflower can be prepped, cooked, and on your table in less than 20 minutes. Your family will love this cheesy dish.

Recipe by Yoly

Updated on January 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

1 medium head cauliflower, separated into florets
butter-flavored cooking spray (such as I Can't Believe It's Not Butter®)
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup Italian-style bread crumbs
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional)

Directions

Place cauliflower in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with paper towels. Cook in the microwave on high for 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from the microwave, drain any liquid, and stir cauliflower. Return to the microwave and cook until soft, 5 to 6 more minutes.
Spray cauliflower with butter-flavored cooking spray and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and garlic; stir to combine.
Microwave until cheese is melted, 1 to 2 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

82	Calories
2g	Fat
12g	Carbs
5g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 82
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g	3%
Saturated Fat 1g	5%
Cholesterol 4mg	1%
Sodium 364mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate 12g	4%
Dietary Fiber 3g	11%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 5g
Vitamin C 54mg	268%
Calcium 95mg	7%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 364mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.