Gluten-Free Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 146kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

1 large cauliflower about 4 cups, riced
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic minced
3 eggs beaten
1 teaspoon Italian herbs
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste
2 cups shredded mozzarella divided
¼ cup Parmesan cheese

Dipping Sauce Options:

Marinara Sauce
Ranch Dressing
Garlic butter sauce

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Instructions

Prep the cauliflower: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor to rice it (or keep it whole and use a grater). Place in a glass bowl with a lid and microwave riced cauliflower for about 7-10 minutes, or sauté in a skillet until tender. Let cool slightly, then place in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. This is key for firm breadsticks!
Cook garlic: In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant (don’t let it burn!).
Make the mixture: In a large bowl, combine cauliflower, cooked garlic, beaten eggs, Italian herbs, onion powder, salt, pepper, 1 cup mozzarella, and Parmesan. Mix until well combined.
Shape and bake: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread mixture into a rectangle, about ½ inch thick. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until set and lightly golden.
Add cheese + finish baking: Sprinkle remaining 1 cup mozzarella over the top. Bake another 5–7 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Slice + serve: Let cool slightly, then slice into breadstick shapes. Serve warm with a yummy dipping sauce.

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Notes

Really squeeze out that cauliflower! Too much moisture = soggy breadsticks.
If you want the breadsticks crispier, after baking, broil for 1–2 minutes to brown the cheese on top.
Store in the fridge up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.
Make ahead: The cauliflower mixture can be prepped and refrigerated a few hours before baking.

Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used. Does not include optional toppings.

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