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Try these hot & spicy cauliflower bites, lightly battered and baked with a spicy buffalo sauce.  A great ‘after-dance-class’ snack and just in time for March Madness!

TIP: If you’re going to a party and trying to stay in shape for recital or competition season, bring along a healthy party food for everyone to enjoy. You’ll be gauranteed something healthy to nosh on, and chances are others will be glad to see a healthy option too!

 

NUT_Nutrition_3_11_14_MAIN_2 Ingredients:

½ a cauliflower; chopped into bite size pieces

½ cup of almond flour (or brown rice flour)

½ cup of water

2 tsp. of granulated garlic powder

1 tsp. salt

2 tsp. olive oil or coconut oil

1 cup of buffalo or hot sauce

Instructions

•   Preheat the oven to 450°F.

•   Combine the water, flour, and garlic powder in a bowl and stir until well combined.

•   Coat the cauliflower pieces with the corn meal mixture and place in shallow baking dish. Bake for 18 minutes.

•   While the cauliflower is baking, combine your buffalo sauce and olive oil in a small bowl.

•   Pour the hot sauce mixture over the baked cauliflower and continue baking for an additional 4 to 6 minutes.

For dipping you can always create a healthier version of Ranch. Use 1 tbs. of nonfat plain Greek yogurt and 3 tsp. of your favorite ranch mix. Mix well and chill before serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time:  25 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes