Baked Cauliflower Mac with Crispy Chickpea Crumbs

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Baked Cauliflower Mac with Crispy Chickpea Crumbs

YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE

Baked Cauliflower Mac with Crispy Chickpea Crumbs

A comforting baked dish that plays with textures and flavors—a creamy cauliflower 'mac' baked with a light, cheesy sauce and topped with crispy, spiced chickpea crumbs for an irresistible crunch. This dish combines the mild earthiness of roasted cauliflower and whole wheat pasta with the indulgent twist of melted cheddar and the hearty bite of roasted chickpeas.

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NUTRITION

594kcal
Protein
35.1g
Fat
15g
Carbs
82.6g

SERVINGS

1 serving

INGREDIENTS

1 medium head Cauliflower (600g)

1/3 cup dry Whole Wheat Elbow Pasta (~37g)

1/3 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (~35g)

1/2 can (120g) Canned Chickpeas, roasted and crushed

1/4 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk

1 tsp Garlic Powder

1 tsp Paprika

Salt & Pepper to taste

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PREPARATION

  • 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • 2

    Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Steam or boil until just tender, about 5-7 minutes, then drain well.

  • 3

    Meanwhile, cook the whole wheat elbow pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  • 4

    For the chickpea crumbs, drain half a can of chickpeas, pat them dry, toss with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, and roast on a parchment-lined baking sheet in the oven for 15-20 minutes until crisp. Once cooled, lightly crush into crumbs.

  • 5

    In a large bowl, combine the steamed cauliflower, cooked pasta, and unsweetened almond milk. Mix in half of the shredded cheddar cheese and season with salt and pepper.

  • 6

    Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top, followed by the crispy chickpea crumbs.

  • 7

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  • 8

    Allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this comforting, protein-friendly baked cauliflower mac as a satisfying meal any time of day.

Baked Cauliflower Mac with Crispy Chickpea Crumbs

This is an example of a meal that Solin would create to include in your personalized meal plan.

Baked Cauliflower Mac with Crispy Chickpea Crumbs

YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE

Baked Cauliflower Mac with Crispy Chickpea Crumbs

A comforting baked dish that plays with textures and flavors—a creamy cauliflower 'mac' baked with a light, cheesy sauce and topped with crispy, spiced chickpea crumbs for an irresistible crunch. This dish combines the mild earthiness of roasted cauliflower and whole wheat pasta with the indulgent twist of melted cheddar and the hearty bite of roasted chickpeas.

NUTRITION

594kcal
Protein
35.1g
Fat
15g
Carbs
82.6g

SERVINGS

1 serving

INGREDIENTS

1 medium head Cauliflower (600g)

1/3 cup dry Whole Wheat Elbow Pasta (~37g)

1/3 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (~35g)

1/2 can (120g) Canned Chickpeas, roasted and crushed

1/4 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk

1 tsp Garlic Powder

1 tsp Paprika

Salt & Pepper to taste

PREPARATION

  • 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • 2

    Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Steam or boil until just tender, about 5-7 minutes, then drain well.

  • 3

    Meanwhile, cook the whole wheat elbow pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  • 4

    For the chickpea crumbs, drain half a can of chickpeas, pat them dry, toss with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, and roast on a parchment-lined baking sheet in the oven for 15-20 minutes until crisp. Once cooled, lightly crush into crumbs.

  • 5

    In a large bowl, combine the steamed cauliflower, cooked pasta, and unsweetened almond milk. Mix in half of the shredded cheddar cheese and season with salt and pepper.

  • 6

    Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top, followed by the crispy chickpea crumbs.

  • 7

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  • 8

    Allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this comforting, protein-friendly baked cauliflower mac as a satisfying meal any time of day.