Craving some creamy goodness? This Cauliflower Broccoli Bake with Alfredo {Keto} will satisfy your cheesy cravings. It's packed with cauliflower rice, broccoli, alfredo sauce, and parmesan cheese. {gluten free, keto, low carb} Serve it as a side dish or make it a full meal by adding in some chicken.
Do you ever get tired of the same old side dishes every night? I know I do and so do my kids. I roast the same vegetables just about every night of the week.
This Cauliflower Broccoli Bake really steps it up. It's packed with tender cauliflower rice and broccoli then covered with alfredo sauce and parmesan.
Why you'll love this Cauliflower Broccoli Bake...
- creamy
- cheesy
- full of good for you veggies
- low carb, keto
- gluten-free
- easy to make on a weeknight
- oh so satisfying
Health Benefits of Broccoli and Cauliflower
Broccoli and cauliflower are nutritional powerhouses full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They are both high in fiber, which supports regularity, blood sugar control, and heart health, and vitamin C, which helps with bone formation, immune function, and wound healing. You can read more about their health benefits according to Healthline.
Ingredients to Make This Recipe
- Cauliflower rice - Frozen cauliflower rice makes this recipe so easy to put together.
- Broccoli - Fresh is better than frozen, but either should work just fine.
- Alfredo sauce - Use premade sauce if you want to get this on the dinner table fast.
- Olive oil - Drizzle a little bit on the cauliflower rice before cooking.
- Salt and pepper - Brings out the flavors in the dish.
- Parmesan cheese - Top with parmesan for a nice and cheesy finish.
How to Make Cauliflower Broccoli Bake
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Pour cauliflower rice into a 9 x 13 baking dish and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss gently. Bake at 400 degrees for 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, steam broccoli in the microwave. Place broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 cup water. Cook for about 10 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Remove cauliflower from the oven and add broccoli, alfredo sauce and salt, and pepper. Toss gently. Top with parmesan cheese and bake again for 20 minutes or so. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to three days.
Tips for Making Cauliflower Broccoli Bake
1. I used pre-cut cauliflower rice from Trader Joe's. I used the fresh version but they also have frozen and I always have that stocked in my freezer. That stuff is the bomb and I use it all the time.
2. Use prepared alfredo sauce (also from Trader Joes). It makes this creamy dish so easy to make on a weeknight. Make sure yours is gluten free if needed.
3. If you don't like broccoli, feel free to substitute in spinach instead. If you are using frozen spinach, make sure you thaw it well and then squeeze all the moisture out with a dishtowel. Peas would also be a good addition to this casserole.
If you love casseroles, try this delicious Tator Tot Casserole too!
Cauliflower broccoli bake can be made in less than 30 minutes and it makes great leftovers. If you are following the keto diet this is perfect for you. It's low carb and has a fair amount of fat. Add some protein like chicken or fish on the side and you have a keto dinner!
More Cauliflower Recipes to Try
- Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice
- Roasted Cauliflower Bowl
- Indian Cauliflower Rice
- Green Cauliflower Rice Salad
- Cauliflower Tabbouleh
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Cauliflower Broccoli Bake with Alfredo
Ingredients
- 1 12 oz package of fresh cauliflower rice
- 1 ½ cups chopped fresh broccoli
- ½ 14.5 oz jar prepared alfredo sauce (I use Trader Joe's)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Pour cauliflower rice into a 9 x 13 baking dish and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss gently. Bake at 400 degrees for 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, steam broccoli in the microwave. Place broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 cup water. Cook for about 10 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Remove cauliflower from oven and add broccoli, alfredo sauce and salt and pepper. Toss gently. Top with parmesan cheese and bake again for 20 minutes or so.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate up to three days.
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
This looks so tasty, I definitely think it would curb my cheese cravings and I know it is a dish the whole family will love!
camila hurst says
This is stupendous!!!! Seriously awesome idea with the cauliflower rice, which is my favorite btw!! Love everything about this delicious recipe!
Danielle says
Cheese is always a good addition to vegetables. This looks delicious!
Cynthia | What A Girl Eats says
While I'm not doing keto to the tee right now, I'm always looking for those low-carb, keto dishes to add to my routine!. This sounds great!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
OMG! This looks so easy and sounds just delicious Karen! I've been sneaking cauliflower into recipes lately and my husband is none the wiser! I'll be trying this!
Sarah Scherer says
This was a huge hit with my family It is so versatile — I added some halved cherry tomatoes and it was delicious. I will definitely make again soon and double the recipe. I love having something new and different too. Thanks!
Karen (Back Road Journal) says
Oh to have a Trader Joes nearby. This is a nice recipe to take to a potluck dinner...I know everyone would enjoy it.
Pat says
What is cauliflower rice? I've never heard of it!
Karen Kelly says
Hi Pat, you just put cauliflower into your food processor and pulse it until it resembles rice. It's a great low carb alternative to regular rice.
Jacqueline says
Or you get just buy califlower rice in the frozen food dept of most grocery stores now!
Trudy Farber says
I took this idea and made it the following way:
I steamed 1 bag of broccoli rice and 1 bag of cauliflower rice
drained them in a colander
I used the same pot while it was warm and to mix a tub of whipped light cream cheese with 2% milk and cook until blended.; season with salt and pepper. Added paremsan cheese and a splash of olive oil. then returned the drained vegetables to the pot and mixes. Baked at 50 for 40 minutes
Karen Kelly says
Great shortcut ideas, thanks for letting me know!
Jacqueline says
Me too!
Except I used Heavy whipping cream instead of milk. Yummy!!! Keto Dinner!
Bella Hardy @ Healthnerdy.com says
I finally got to make this cauliflower broccoli alfredo bake this past weekend and it was such a hit!!
Karen Kelly says
I'm so glad you liked it, thanks for letting me know!
Rosamonde Simone @ KetoBotyToneAvis says
Your recipe of 'cauliflower-broccoli-alfredo-bake-keto' looks very tasty I love it, thank you for sharing it.
Anamika @ Supplement Crunch says
Thank you so much Karen to share your best and delicious recipe with me i love your all recipe and i will try to make this recipe.............
GmaCheryl says
Everyone said it was delicious. Including the preteen grandchildren. (Even the picky one) I adjusted a little by using the full jar of Alfredo, because I added shredded rotisserie chicken to make a complete meal. It was so good. I think I’ll need to double the recipe next time. There were no leftovers!
Karen Kelly says
Love the added rotisserie chicken. Great way to add some protein!