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Thyme-Flavored Cauliflower

Here’s the answer to what to do with cauliflower besides covering it with cheese sauce. Serve this alternative with Pork Chops with Herb Rub (page 196) and cinnamon applesauce.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 4; 1/2 cup per serving

Ingredients

1 medium cauliflower (about 1 1/2 pounds), broken into small florets, or 10 ounces frozen cauliflower florets
2 tablespoons water
3/4 to 1 1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/2 medium garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
Dash of pepper
2 teaspoons finely snipped fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried, crumbled

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a medium saucepan, bring a small amount of water (this is not the 2 tablespoons) to a boil over high heat. Boil fresh cauliflower, covered, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until just tender. If using frozen cauliflower, prepare using the package directions, omitting the salt. Drain well in a colander. Return to the pan.

    Step 2

    Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons water, the vinegar, garlic, thyme, and pepper. Set aside.

    Step 3

    When the cauliflower is ready, stir in the vinegar mixture. Cook, covered, for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender. Serve sprinkled with the parsley.

  2. Nutrition information

    Step 4

    (Per serving)

    Step 5

    Calories: 37

    Step 6

    Total fat: 0.0g

    Step 7

    Saturated: 0.0g

    Step 8

    Trans: 0.0g

    Step 9

    Polyunsaturated: 0.0g

    Step 10

    Monounsaturated: 0.0g

    Step 11

    Cholesterol: 0mg

    Step 12

    Sodium: 44mg

    Step 13

    Carbohydrates: 8g

    Step 14

    Fiber: 4g

    Step 15

    Sugars: 4g

    Step 16

    Protein: 3g

    Step 17

    Calcium: 34mg

    Step 18

    Potassium: 442mg

  3. Dietary Exchanges

    Step 19

    2 vegetable

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