4.75 13 Published Nov 11, 2022, Updated Nov 11, 2024 This cauliflower gratin is a healthier way to enjoy a classic comfort food dish. And trust me, you won’t even miss the potatoes! It’s warm, cheesy and satisfying, but still light enough to leave room for all your other holiday dishes. It’s definitely one you’re going to want to add to your Thanksgiving menu this year!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
It’s a healthier, low-carb version of a comfort food classic. It’s so cheesy and delicious, you won’t ever miss the potatoes! The perfect side dish for the holidays. Comes together quickly!
A Healthier Holiday Classic
Au gratin potatoes is a classic holiday dish, but it’s definitely not the healthiest side dish by any means so in true EBF fashion I decided to swap the potatoes for cauliflower to make this dish low-carb and add more nutrients. Cauliflower is lower in carbs and calories and packs in a lot more nutrition than potatoes such as fiber, potassium and vitamin C and K.
Can I Make This Dish Ahead of Time?
This cauliflower gratin is the perfect dish to make ahead of time! All you need to do is prepare the dish as instructed below, just don’t bake it. Once your dish is assembled cover and set in the fridge until you’re ready to bake. Once ready, cover it with the bread crumbs or almond meal and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Main entree – Pair this gratin with a hearty main dish like my lentil loaf. It’s a satisfying, plant-based option that even meat-eaters will love. Other sides – Keep the cozy, classic vibes going with sides like sweet potato casserole, mashed cauliflower, vegan cornbread, green bean casserole, butternut squash quinoa stuffing or cranberry sauce. Salads – Add some freshness with a vibrant salad! Try the roasted butternut squash salad or kale and brussels sprout salad for a mix of seasonal flavors and a bit of crunch. Roasted vegetables – You can’t go wrong with a spread of roasted veggies to complement the gratin. Think maple roasted kabocha squash, apple cider vinegar brussels sprouts or a blend of roasted root vegetables. Dessert – Finish on a sweet note with seasonal treats like sweet potato pie, apple crisp, or dutch apple pie. If you’re in the mood for something rich and chocolatey, vegan chocolate pie and pecan pie brownies are fantastic options, and of course, healthy pumpkin pie is a must!
How to Store Leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can reheat the cauliflower gratin on the stovetop, in the oven or microwave.
More Cauliflower Recipes to Try
Turkey Cauliflower Baked Ziti Roasted Curried Cauliflower Cauliflower Soup Vegetarian Cauliflower Fried “Rice” Chocolate Cauliflower Smoothie Cauliflower Potato Salad Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Roasted Cauliflower Curry Roasted Cauliflower
More Holiday Side Dishes to Try
Kale Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Casserole Green Beans Almondine Wild Rice Stuffing Healthy Mashed Potatoes Sourdough Stuffing Healthy Green Bean Casserole Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad Easy Pecan Pie Thanksgiving Salad
Be sure to check out all of the cauliflower recipes as well as the full collection of side dishes on EBF!
