Cauliflower Kugel is a simple, delicious, and savory cauliflower casserole that’s both dairy-free and vegetarian (parve).
It makes a great addition to the table at kiddushes and family get-togethers!
The secret to this 4-ingredient “mix and bake” dish is onion soup mix for that perfect classic flavor!
Cauliflower Kugel is perfect for a flavorful, light meal (cauliflower is a veggie and there is protein in the eggs) or a snack.
And it’s quick to make (literally, mix and bake).
It’s has neither meat nor dairy (thus, it’s parve), so it can be a delicious addition to any meal if one keeps kosher!
It refrigerates well so you can make ahead. It’s great if you are hosting a kiddush or invited to one and need to bring a dish!
Terrific for bring-to-work or school, so you can save money, especially since it’s budget-friendly!
This dish has nutritional value!
A Little About Cauliflower
Cauliflower belongs to a group called “cole” crops, which also includes broccoli, Brussels spouts, cabbage, kale, and collard greens.
It is believed that cauliflower may have originated in Cyprus.
Cauliflower can be prepared deep-fried, roasted, boiled, steamed, breaded, and in a variety of other ways.
And cauliflower has nutritional value, as it contains a variety of nutrients, is high in fiber, and is low in calories.
And check out info about eggs!
For many years eggs were considered a source of high cholesterol and a possible cause of heart disease, and people were warned against them and recommended to have only a few per week in their diets.
It is true that one large egg yolk has 200 mg of cholesterol. However, the additional nutrients that eggs contain may actually help LOWER the risk of heart disease by raising the “good” cholesterol in one’s body.
Eggs are high in protein and filling but low in calories.
They have nutritional value and contain a large variety of vitamins as well as some antioxidants.
The color of the yolk depends on the diet of the hen, and different types of chickens may lay different colored eggs; white or brownish.
Egg white consists primarily of approximately 90 percent water and contains almost no fat or carbohydrates.
The yolk of a new egg is firm, but then it absorbs water from the egg white, which causes it to increase in size and become loose.
You may be surprised to know that raw egg white is sometimes used in the preparation of vaccines.
Many people believe that since eggs are found in the refrigerated section of the supermarket, and very frequently near the dairy section, they are also dairy.
Nonetheless, eggs are NOT DAIRY. You CANNOT milk a chicken!
What does it mean when recipes say “to taste” about an ingredient?
When recipes say “to taste,” it means that you can put in as little or as much as you like to your own taste. Some recipes have many ingredients that a cook can adjust to their own taste when cooking (not so much when baking though).
The best way to calculate what your taste is with a recipe that you are not yet familiar with is to first taste the dish and then add the “to taste” ingredient GRADUALLY, a little at a time—a splash of this or a pinch of that—until the dish is just the way you like it.
Make sure to stir the ingredient after each time you add it so that the flavor will distribute evenly and become part of the dish. Then taste again. Repeat until you reach your personal preference.
Note: If you plan on using the recipe again, it is highly recommended to make a note of what and how much you added so that you can refer to it next time.
What does “savory” mean?
“Savory” refers to foods that are not sweet, such as foods that taste salty, spicy, or herbal.
The onion soup mix in this dish is what makes it savory. It’s a staple in my kitchen because it makes a terrific flavoring for many recipes!
What is needed for this recipe?
I hardly ever meal plan, so I like to keep a cupboard full of seasonings, spices, veggies, and canned goods in my kitchen to use whenever the mood strikes.
But these are all you need to have on hand to make this recipe!
Frozen cauliflower (or steamed)
Eggs
Mayo (I prefer Hellman’s/Best Foods)
Onion soup mix
Want to try other delicious kugels? Try these!
Broccoli Kugel
Potato Kugel
Salt and Pepper Kugel
Jerusalem (Yerushalmi) Kugel
Sweet Lokshen Kugel
Easy Cauliflower Kugel
Easy and flavorful, dairy-free and vegetarian cauliflower casserole!
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen chopped cauliflower (or fresh chopped cauliflower, steamed)
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 3 tablespoons onion soup mix or to taste
- ¼ cup mayonnaise*
Instructions
- Mix caulfiower, eggs, onion soup mix, and mayonnaise in a bowl.
- Pour into a baking pan (any shape as long as it fits with a little room on top).
- Place in oven that has been pre-heated to 350° and bake for 30-40 minutes or until the top has begun to brown a bit and is firm.
Notes
* I prefer Hellman's or Best Foods mayo (which are the same but with a different name depending on where in the US you are).
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
9Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 100Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 458mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 4g