Cauliflower rice is a healthy and easy-to-make rice that replaces white rice.
Cauliflower is an underrated vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae vegetable family. Brassicaceae vegetables, or more commonly known as green leafy vegetables, include lettuce, cabbage, spinach, broccoli, and kale.
Unlike the corresponding ones, cauliflower is often considered nutritious and unhealthy, which is incorrect. In fact, cauliflower is a superfood. Superfoods are very nutritious foods and are very beneficial to the body.
Some of the benefits of consuming cauliflower are:
Plenty of nutrients
Cauliflower is rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin B6, vitamin K, folic acid, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese and fiber. You can get a variety of nutrients by adding only two cups of cauliflower to your diet several times a week. Ensuring nutrients and better overall health.
Rich in antioxidants
Antioxidants are substances that protect the cells of our body from damage. These injuries can be caused by the harmful radicals that exist around us and can even cause a variety of health complications. They also guarantee better health of our cells.
High in dietary fiber
Unlike other Brassicaceae vegetables, cauliflower is rich in dietary fiber. Fiber is essential to ensure better health of our body, especially the intestines. In fact, about 120 grams (1 cup) of cauliflower can provide 10% of our daily fiber requirements.
Low calorie
Cauliflower is much lower in calories than other fiber-rich foods. Cauliflower is a low-calorie alternative to grains and legumes when consumed for dietary fiber. However, it may not provide as much protein and other nutrients as legumes and grains. If you want to follow a low calorie diet, cauliflower may be a great satisfying addition to your diet.
Boost weight loss
As discussed above, cauliflower is a low-calorie vegetable. In fact, 100 grams (1 cup) of cauliflower has only 25 calories. Unlike cauliflower, a variety of fiber-rich foods are usually high in calories. It also helps you stay full longer and reduces the chance of unhealthy snacks between meals.
How can I add cauliflower to my diet?
Cauliflower rice
Cauliflower rice is a unique yet easy-to-make cauliflower recipe. You can make florets by boiling them and pouring them in cold water. When it cools, grind it with a blender until the texture of the rice is reproduced. This cauliflower rice is an alternative to nutrient-rich, low-calorie rice and can be added to almost any dish you eat with rice.
Cauliflower dip
Cauliflower dips are another great way to incorporate it into your diet. Add boiled cauliflower florets, peeled garlic cloves, coriander, seasonings and olive oil to a blender and blend to make it look like a dip.
Cauliflower skin
Cauliflower pizza dough has emerged as an excellent alternative to high-calorie, unhealthy pizzas. This crust can be prepared by incorporating cauliflower rice (follow the same procedure as this recipe) into the beaten egg. Spread this dough mixture on parchment paper and bake for a few minutes. Just like cooking roti for a few minutes, you can cook it on the stove. Just like topping a pizza, topping this crust will prepare the cauliflower crust pizza.
Cauliflower instead of potatoes
Cauliflower also serves as an excellent alternative to potatoes. Cauliflower can be used in a variety of potato dishes such as mashed potatoes, honey chili cauliflower, cauliflower and cheese bite.
Cauliflower cheese
If you want to continue your plant-based diet, or if you want to reduce your calorie intake, cauliflower can be an excellent alternative to cheese. Cauliflower paste (boiled florets blended into a creamy texture) has the potential to serve as an excellent alternative to cheese in dishes such as macaroni and cheese.
In conclusion, do enough research to see if what you eat can help you better plan a healthy and balanced diet. With this, creativity is key. A healthy diet can look boring when you make the same dish or meal. Trying to incorporate healthy foods into your diet is unique and can help you stay healthy in a variety of ways.
Disclaimer: This content, including advice, provides general information only. It is by no means a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Always consult your specialist or family doctor for more information. NDTV is not responsible for this information.
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