Cauliflower casserole is an excellent low-carb dinner option that also makes a flavorful side. You’ll love this easy loaded cauliflower casserole!
This loaded cauliflower casserole is packed with flavor. It elevates plain cauliflower with tangy sour cream, creamy mayonnaise, plenty of cheese, and crisp bacon for a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish.
Loaded Cauliflower Casserole Recipe
Casseroles are a go-to for busy weeknights, and this loaded cauliflower casserole is one of those simple, satisfying recipes that comes together easily and feeds a crowd.
Traditional casseroles often rely on pasta or rice, but this version stars healthy cauliflower. It’s a great way to serve more vegetables without sacrificing comfort-food flavor.
Even picky eaters tend to enjoy this dish — the creamy sauce and melty cheese make the cauliflower irresistible.
If you want to boost the nutrition and texture, feel free to substitute half the cauliflower with broccoli florets for a tasty variation.
Easy Keto Cauliflower Casserole
This casserole is well suited to a keto or low-carb lifestyle, with only about 3 grams of carbs per serving. It’s filling and flavorful while keeping carbs low.
It works equally well as a main course or a side. Pair it with a simple green salad and your favorite protein, or serve it alongside roasted chicken or pork.
If you’d like to make it heartier, stir in shredded rotisserie chicken before baking for a more substantial meal.
Growing up, a favorite comfort side was steamed cauliflower topped with cheddar. This casserole channels that nostalgic flavor but with added texture and richness — especially from the bacon and layered cheeses.
Crispy bacon adds a welcome crunch and smoky depth that contrasts beautifully with the smooth, cheesy cauliflower.
This loaded cauliflower casserole is a simple recipe worth trying — add it to your meal plan and see how your family likes it.
If you enjoy cooking with cauliflower, you might also like other cauliflower-based recipes such as cauliflower pizza crust or roasted cauliflower sides.
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Loaded Cauliflower Casserole
Ingredients
- 8 slices bacon fried until crispy
- 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded Colby & Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 tablespoons chopped fresh chives divided
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 370°F (about 188°C). Spray an 11×7-inch baking dish (a 13×9 will also work) with nonstick spray.
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Fry the bacon in a large skillet until crispy, then crumble and set aside.
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Steam the cauliflower florets until tender, about 15–20 minutes.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, and black pepper. Add the steamed cauliflower, half of the crumbled bacon, 1 cup sharp cheddar, and 3 tablespoons of the chives. Gently toss to combine. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, then sprinkle the Colby & Monterey Jack on top and finish with the remaining bacon.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake an additional 5–10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and beginning to brown. Garnish with the remaining chives before serving.
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Nutrition
Nutrition values are estimates, sourced from an online nutrition calculator. This information should never be considered a substitute for medical advice. Number of total servings shown is approximate. Actual number of servings will depend on your preferred portion sizes.
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