How To Microwave Cauliflower

Microwaved fresh cauliflower served in a white bowl.

A super simple way to cook cauliflower by microwave steaming it. Serve the cauliflower as is with butter, salt, and pepper, or use it in many recipes as a pasta replacement.

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Author Kori Butler

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 7

Total Time 12

Course Side Dish Recipes

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 29 kcal

Ingredients

▢ 1 medium head cauliflower cut into 1" florets
▢ ¼ to ½ cup water
▢ for serving: butter, salt, and pepper to taste

Instructions

How to Microwave Fresh or Frozen Cauliflower

Place cauliflower florets (fresh or frozen) in a large microwave-safe dish and add ¼ to ½ cup of water. Cover with a lid.
For fresh cauliflower, microwave on high, approximately 4 minutes until crisp-tender, or until your desired tenderness is reached. For frozen cauliflower, cooking time will increase to approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Check frequently.
Drain well and serve.

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VARIATIONS: The same microwave steaming technique can be used on broccoli, carrots, and more. Be sure to adjust cooking time if needed. Use fresh or frozen cauliflower. If using frozen cauliflower, increase microwave cooking time by 2 to 3 minutes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with butter, salt, and pepper to taste. You can also add lemon juices, garlic powder, and parsley for more flavor!
TOP TIPS: Do not overcook; cauliflower can easily become mushy. Because of the variance in microwave power, check frequently. If cooking cauliflower for use in other recipes, be sure to cook only until crisp-tender.

Nutrition

Calories: 29kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gSodium: 35mgPotassium: 344mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 55mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.5mg

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