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Sicilian-Style Cauliflower Casserole

Sicilian-Style Cauliflower Casserole

This cauliflower casserole with bold Mediterranean flavors is hearty enough to be the centerpiece of a vegetarian dinner.

Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword cauliflower casserole
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings 4 servings, about 1 cup each
Calories 209 kcal
Author Kirsten Morningstar

Ingredients

  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 2 tsp. olive oil
  • 1 medium cauliflower chopped (about 1½ pounds)
  • sea salt (or Himalayan salt) and ground black pepper to taste; optional
  • 1 Tbsp capers chopped
  • 10 kalamata olives chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • ¼ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh sage
  • ½ tsp. finely grated lemon peel (lemon zest)
  • ¼ cup whole-grain bread crumbs
  • 2 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 oz. shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh flat leaf (Italian) parsley (for garnish; optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350° F.
  2. Lightly coat a 2-quart baking dish with spray. Set aside.
  3. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add cauliflower; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 8 minutes, or until cauliflower begins to soften.
  5. Add capers, olives, garlic, crushed red pepper (if desired), sage, and lemon peel; mix well.
  6. Place cauliflower mixture in baking dish. Top with bread crumbs, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bread crumbs are golden brown.
  7. Garnish with parsley if desired; serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

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