cauliflower substitute
in salad.

Raw or roasted Cauliflower in salad adds crunch and a mild, slightly nutty flavor. The substitute should match that neutral versatility.

top substitutes

01

Broccoli

10.0best for salad
1 cup : 1 cup

Stronger flavor with green color; blanch to mellow bitterness, works roasted or in gratins

02

Sweet Potato

10.0best for salad
1 cup : 1 cup

Works mashed or roasted, sweeter flavor

03

Brussels Sprouts

10.0best for salad
1 cup : 1 cup

Cut small florets, roast for nutty caramelization

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04

Potatoes

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Low carb swap for mash and roasts

05

Kohlrabi

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Crisp and mild, peel before use; roasts well

06

Parsnips

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Sweeter flavor, works mashed or in gratins

07

Eggplant

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Thick sliced steaks roast like eggplant

08

Mushrooms

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Slice thick steaks, roast for umami depth

09

Turnips

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Mild flavor, mash as turnip substitute

10

Tofu

5.0
1 cup : 1 1/4 cup

Roasted florets for crispy tofu replacement

11

Zucchini

3.3
1 cup : 1 cup

Works in roasted and gratin dishes

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