Best 5 Buffalo Grilled Cauliflower Healthy Wings Recipes

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**Buffalo Grilled Cauliflower: A Healthy Twist on a Classic**

Craving the bold flavors of buffalo wings without the guilt? Look no further than this grilled cauliflower recipe! These tender and smoky cauliflower florets are coated in a spicy buffalo sauce, making them a perfect appetizer or main course for health-conscious individuals. With a crispy exterior and a juicy interior, these buffalo cauliflower wings will satisfy your cravings without compromising your diet. This recipe also includes variations for preparing the cauliflower in an air fryer or oven, ensuring you can enjoy this delicious dish regardless of your cooking preferences. Get ready to indulge in a healthier version of your favorite game-day snack!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CAULIFLOWER BUFFALO WINGS



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Got a head of cauliflower? Make these amazing healthy buffalo cauliflower wings with just a few simple ingredients for the big game. These healthy cauliflower wings are especially delicious dipped in a homemade healthy blue cheese dip.

Provided by Lee Hersh

Categories     Appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups cauliflower florets (~1 medium head)
1 cup superfine almond meal
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 large eggs
1/2 cup Franks Hot Sauce
2 tablespoons maple syrup
3/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
1/3 - 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400ºF and spray a baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray.
  • Prep cauliflower, but cutting into "wing-sized" pieces. Set aside.
  • Make rub my mixing together almond flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Transfer into a gallon-sized bag.
  • Then, crack 2 eggs in a bowl and whisk.
  • Dip cauliflower into the egg mixture and thoroughly coat. Then transfer into gallon-sized bag. Repeat with all pieces of cauliflower.
  • Shake bag so that the cauliflower gets coated with rub.
  • Transfer cauliflower onto baking sheet and spread out evenly. Spray cauliflower with olive oil cooking spray or alternatively drizzle on some olive oil.
  • Bake at 400ºF for 20 minutes. Remove and flip cauliflower. Bake for 10 more minutes.
  • While cauliflower is baking, prepare buffalo sauce. Mix together Franks and maple syrup.
  • When cauliflower is done baking, toss in buffalo sauce, making sure all pieces are coated.
  • Place cauliflower back on baking sheet and then bake at 400ºF for 3-5 more minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Prepare blue cheese sauce, by mixing together all ingredients.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4, Calories 256 calories, Sugar 9, Fat 16, Carbohydrate 19, Fiber 6, Protein 11

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER



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Make 'buffalo cauliflower' for a veggie take on the spicy American classic. Served with a ranch dip, it makes an excellent Friday night sharing treat

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Snack, Starter

Time 40m

Yield Serves 4-6 as a starter

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tbsp sweet smoked paprika
1⁄2 tbsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
100g plain flour
200ml buttermilk or kefir
1 head of cauliflower (500g), broken into florets
80g hot sauce
1½ tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp butter
celery sticks, to serve
100g Greek yogurt
3 tbsp mayonnaise
2 tbsp chopped chives
1-2 tbsp milk

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7 and line a baking tray with baking parchment. Mix together the paprika, cumin, garlic powder, flour and ½ tsp salt in a large bowl. Make a well in the centre and whisk in the buttermilk. Tip in the cauliflower and toss to coat. Spread out the cauliflower on the baking tray and cook for 20-25 mins, turning halfway through, until crisp at the edges.
  • Warm the hot sauce, maple syrup and butter in a small pan set over low heat, for 2-3 mins. Liberally brush over the cauliflower and put back in the oven for 8-10 mins.
  • For the ranch dip, whisk together the yogurt, mayo, chives, milk and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Serve the with the cauliflower alongside some celery sticks for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER WINGS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 head cauliflower, cut into wing-sized pieces
3 tablespoons ground flax meal
1/2 cup hot water
1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour blend (or regular flour if you prefer)
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup oat milk
Oil, preferably canola, for frying
Hot sauce, ranch dressing, carrots and celery, for serving

Steps:

  • For the cauliflower: Fill a large pot with water. Add the bay leaves, granulated garlic, oregano and thyme to the water and bring to a boil. Add the cauliflower pieces and boil until tender but not mushy, about 10 minutes. Drain the cauliflower and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, make the batter: Add the flax meal to the hot water in a small bowl and let sit for about 5 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the flour, granulated garlic, oregano, pepper, salt and thyme. Add the oat milk and flax meal mix and whisk until well combined.
  • When the cauliflower is cool enough to handle, toss it into the batter.
  • Heat a pan for frying over medium-high heat and fill with about an inch of frying oil. Bring to 350 to 375 degrees F.
  • Add the battered cauliflower and cook until golden brown. Strain the cauliflower and toss in your favorite hot sauce. Serve with ranch dressing, carrots and celery.
  • Enjoy hot!

KETO BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER WINGS



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An easy recipe for keto buffalo cauliflower wings, made with no flour and served with a rich blue cheese dressing and celery.

Provided by Vered DeLeeuw

Categories     Appetizer

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon avocado oil mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt ((not fine salt))
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lb. fresh cauliflower florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt ((not fine salt))
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed broiler-safe baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
  • Make the blue cheese dressing by mixing all its ingredients in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Make the buffalo sauce: In a large microwave safe bowl, melt the butter. Whisk in the hot sauce and garlic powder. Set aside.
  • In another large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with the olive oil, salt and garlic powder. Spread on the baking sheet and roast until tender-crisp, about 15 minutes.
  • Switch the oven to broil and set an oven rack 6 inches below the heat element (not directly below).
  • Whisk the hot sauce mixture again. Add the roasted cauliflower florets and toss to coat. Return the cauliflower florets to the baking sheet and broil until browned and bubbly, keeping a close eye on them so they don't burn, 2-3 minutes.
  • Serve the buffalo cauliflower hot, with the blue cheese dressing and celery sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 700 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 0.25 recipe

GRILLED BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER IN FOIL



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Cauliflower tossed in a spicy Buffalo wing sauce and grilled in a foil packet so there is no fuss and cleanup is a breeze.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ pounds cauliflower, broken into florets
¼ cup Buffalo wing sauce
1 teaspoon dry ranch dressing mix
1 teaspoon olive oil
aluminum foil

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine cauliflower florets, Buffalo wing sauce, ranch, and olive oil in a large bowl. Stir until evenly combined.
  • Pull out an extra-long length of aluminum foil and fold it in half so you've got a double layer. Place cauliflower mixture in the center, then pull over one side, folding the edges to seal. Then fold the remaining two edges. Don't seal the packet too tightly; you want to leave some room for the steam to expand.
  • Place foil packet directly on the grate and grill for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 506.9 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Tips:

  • To make sure the cauliflower wings are crispy, make sure they are completely dry before tossing them in the buffalo sauce.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the cauliflower wings in a hot oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes.
  • To make the buffalo sauce, you can use your favorite store-bought sauce or make your own with hot sauce, butter, and spices.
  • If you want the cauliflower wings to be extra spicy, you can add more hot sauce to the buffalo sauce.
  • Serve the cauliflower wings with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing.

Conclusion:

Buffalo grilled cauliflower wings are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional chicken wings. They are perfect for a party appetizer or a quick and easy weeknight meal. With their crispy texture and spicy flavor, these cauliflower wings are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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