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Cauliflower Tot Casserole: A Comfort Food Reinvented

Craving a hearty and satisfying casserole without the guilt? Look no further than the Cauliflower Tot Casserole! This innovative dish reimagines classic comfort food by swapping out traditional potatoes for nutritious cauliflower florets, creating a surprisingly delicious and healthier alternative.

This casserole boasts a creamy, cheesy sauce enveloping tender cauliflower “tots,” all topped with a golden-brown crust that’s both crispy and flavorful. It’s a textural masterpiece, offering a delightful contrast between the soft cauliflower and the crunchy topping.

Forget bland diet food! Our Cauliflower Tot Casserole is packed with flavor. We’ve carefully balanced the natural sweetness of cauliflower with savory seasonings, rich cheese, and a touch of spice to create a truly unforgettable taste experience.

Perfect as a side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course, this casserole is incredibly versatile. Serve it alongside grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal, or enjoy it on its own for a comforting and guilt-free indulgence.

This recipe is surprisingly easy to make, using simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. It’s a fantastic option for busy weeknights when you need a quick and easy dinner solution. Plus, it’s a great way to sneak in extra vegetables for picky eaters!

Discover the deliciousness of healthy eating with Cauliflower Tot Casserole. It’s a flavorful, satisfying, and guilt-free way to enjoy your favorite comfort food. Search for “Cauliflower Tot Casserole recipe” and prepare to be amazed!

Cauliflower Tots Ingredients

2 cups riced cauliflower1 large egg½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese½ cup shredded cheddar cheese1 teaspoon sea salt½ teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon dried oregano1 cup finely grated parmesan cheeseChicken Mixture:1 12-ounce can of chopped chicken, drained½ cup red salsa¼ cup full-fat sour cream2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese¼ cup chopped cilantro

Directions

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.Prepare your cauliflower rice by microwaving for 2-3 minutes, or until cauliflower is soft. Let cool for 10 minutes before mixing the rest of the ingredients with your tots.When cool, gently mix in remaining ingredients except the 1 cup of parmesan cheese.With your hands, form rectangles the shape of a traditional tot. The batter will be loose at first, but they will firm up in your hands, being shaped.Set each tot in a cast-iron skillet until you are done, with about 12 tots.When done, add 1 cup of parmesan cheese to a shallow bowl and carefully pat each tot in the 1 cheese so that each side of the tot is coated.Place back in the cast-iron skillet and bake for 15 minutes, flip, then bake for 5 more minutes.While the tots are baking, gently mix all of your chicken ingredients until creamy and well-combined.Remove the cast-iron skillet from the oven and carefully add the chicken mixture all around the tots and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the chicken mixture is bubbly and the tots are golden in color.Serve immediately with optional additional cilantro storing any leftovers in a glass container for up to 3 days.