Loaded Cauliflower Bites
Loaded Cauliflower Bites, smothered in cheese and bacon, are a low-carb alternative to loaded potato skins or french fries, yet taste equally delicious. This flavorful appetizer has only 4 grams of net carbs per serving making it a great option for those following a keto diet, as well.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 263kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 head cauliflower (cut into bite size pieces)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese * shredded)
- 4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 2 green onions (or chives, sliced thin, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Add the cauliflower pieces to a medium bowl with the olive oil and toss to coat.1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 head cauliflower
- Spread the cauliflower out onto a baking sheet and season with the salt and pepper.1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until fork tender.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and push all of the cauliflower into a pile in the center.
- Cover the cauliflower with the cheddar cheese and bacon.1 cup cheddar cheese, 4 slices bacon
- Return the cauliflower to the oven and bake for an additional 3-5 or until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and top with sliced green onions or chives.2 green onions
- Serve with a side of Ranch dressing or sour cream, if desired.
Notes
Tips & Techniques
- It is highly recommended to shred the cheese from a block rather than using pre-shredded bagged cheese.
- Line the bottom of your baking sheet with aluminum foil or a Silpat mat to make cleaning up much easier.
- You can steam the cauliflower until fork tender, rather than roasting, if you prefer. You will still need to use the oven for the second half of the recipe.
- If you are following a strict keto diet, make sure that if you decide to use Ranch dressing, it is keto-approved.
- Use a fork. These Loaded Cauliflower Bites come close to loaded potato skins in a lot of ways, but are not quite what I would call "finger food" unless you don't mind getting a little messy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 1049mg | Potassium: 386mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 345IU | Vitamin C: 49.3mg | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 0.8mg