How to Cook Cauliflower in the Microwave

Name: How to Cook Cauliflower in the Microwave
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower; 1/2 cup water; 2 Tbsp olive oil; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp ground black pepper; 2 Tbsp lemon juice

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
4
Calories
100 kcal
Cuisine
American, Vegetarian

How to Cook Cauliflower in the Microwave

Jared Ramos

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If you are looking for a simple way to add more vegetables to your life, check out our microwaved cauliflower recipe that uses steam to create the tastiest, fastest side dish for your next dinner.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 head cauliflower
1/2 cup water
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
2 Tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Cut the cauliflower into florets.
Place the cauliflower florets into a bowl with the water and cover with plastic wrap.
Pop the bowl into the microwave to cook on high for 8 - 10 minutes. Until the cauliflower is tender.
Remove the plastic wrap and drain the water. Be careful as everything will be hot. Then drizzle the cauliflower with the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper and toss it to coat it all over.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 100kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Sodium 190mg (8%) Potassium 441mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 2IU (0%) Vitamin C 72mg (80%) Calcium 34mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 100 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	100kcal	5%
Carbohydrates	8g	3%
Protein	3g	6%
Fat	7g	11%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	5g	25%
Sodium	190mg	8%
Potassium	441mg	9%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	3g	6%
Vitamin A	2IU	0%
Vitamin C	72mg	80%
Calcium	34mg	3%
Iron	1mg	6%