Keto Cauliflower Gratin

by KetoFocus.com
Not yet rated 2 Comments
Casserole
Print Recipe
Nutrition Facts

6

Servings

351

Calories

33.4g

Fat

11.8g

Protein

2.7

Net Carbs

Unbelievably creamy and cheesy, this keto cauliflower gratin will be the most requested side dish at your table. It's hard to believe the main ingredient is cauliflower!

Cauliflower Gratin Ingredients

  • 1 pound cauliflower florets
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons almond flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded gruyere cheese
  • 6 slices of bacon, crumbled
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme

See all of our KetoFocus videos on Youtube

Keto Cauliflower Gratin Directions

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
    red 375 on a black background src=
  • 2
    Steam cauliflower florets in a large pot with salted water until fork tender.
    cauliflower florets in a steamer basket src=
  • 3
    Remove florets and place in between two layers of paper towels or clean towels. Gently press the excess moisture out of the florets. Set aside.
    using paper towels to squeeze moisture out of cauliflower src=
  • 4
    In a sauce pan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in almond flour and cook for 30 seconds.
    butter simmer in a saucepan src=
  • 5
    Slowly whisk in heavy cream. Add salt, onion powder, garlic powder and pepper. Bring to boil, then reduce to a simmer until thick (about 5-7 minutes).
    whisking cream sauce src=
  • 6
    Remove from heat and stir in cheeses, bacon and thyme.
    creamy, cheesey sauce in a saucepan with a whisk src=
  • 7
    Add half the cheese mixture to the bottom of a cast iron skillet or casserole dish. Add florets on top of the first cheese layer. Spoon remaining cheese mixture over the top of florets. Sprinkle with additional cheese and thyme. Bake at 375 for 25 minutes.
    shredded cheese and thyme on top of a casserole src=
Print Recipe

Latest Keto Dishes

baked keto gratin in a cast iron pan
Keto Red Velvet Cookies
baked keto gratin in a cast iron pan
Keto Chocolate Lava Cake
baked keto gratin in a cast iron pan
Keto Tortilla Wrap
baked keto gratin in a cast iron pan
Avocado Pesto Pasta
baked keto gratin in a cast iron pan
Keto Cornbread Stuffing
baked keto gratin in a cast iron pan
Keto Granola Bars

Low Carb Cauliflower Gratin Recipe

If you are looking for keto side dish recipes for this holiday season, potluck or just to something delicious to serve with dinner, this keto cauliflower gratin is your recipe! This side is creamy and cheesy. It’s hard to believe the main ingredient is cauliflower. This is one keto cauliflower recipe that actually tastes incredible and covers any strange cauliflower smell or taste.

Butter and two types of cheeses – sharp cheddar and gruyere make up this cheesy low carb meal. It’s the easiest way to transform and disguise a vegetable into a rockstar side dish.

Benefits of Cauliflower on the Keto Diet

Cauliflower is a staple on the keto diet. It is so versatile and it seems like you can turn cauliflower into anything. You can transform it into rice, soup and tater tots! It is low in carbs. There are 3 net carbs in 100 grams of cauliflower.

Not only is cauliflower low in carbs and high in fiber but it has lots of antioxidants and choline in it.

Getting the Moisture Out of the Cauliflower

You want to make sure you get as much moisture out of the steamed cauliflower as you can. Extra moisture in this dish will make the gratin soupy instead of creamy. The easiest way to squeeze out the excess water is to place the florets in between a thick layer of paper towels or a clean cloth. Then press the moisture out. Continue layering paper towels or dry clothes until the moisture is out.

Best Cheeses for Gratin

In this recipe, you can add your favorite cheeses. I like to use a combination of sharp cheddar cheese and gruyere cheese. Sharp cheddar cheese adds a lot of flavor. It is pungent and earthy. While the gruyere is nutty. It is smooth cheese so it melts easy. It is similar to swiss cheese.

Other Keto Sides Recipes

cornbread stuffing with lots of herbs and bacon mixed in
45 Mins

Keto Cornbread Stuffing

5 Stars (1 Reviews)

Full of savory bacon, gizzards and fresh herbs, this keto cornbread stuffing has unbelievable flavor. This low carb holiday side dish starts with an...

See the Recipe
golden brown french fries on a plate
12 Mins

The Easiest & BEST Ever Keto French Fries

5 Stars (7 Reviews)

Keto french fries made with almond flour are the not only easy to prepare, but they are the closest keto fry to those fast food fries we all miss....

See the Recipe

2 Comments

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Annie

I strive to find meals that your whole family can enjoy (kids and relatives too) while you are on your keto quest. You can still have your favorite foods on the keto diet, you just have to be creative with how you make them.

Follow Me

Popular Recipes

juicy, crispy chunks of pork belly
Spicy Maple Keto Pork Belly Bites

Keto pork belly bites are dusted with a spicy seasoning, tossed in the air fryer to get juicy and crispy then coated with a sweet sugar-free maple syrup for the ultimate crowd-favorite low carb appetizer.

a basket of keto bread rolls
The Best Keto Bread Rolls

This recipe for fathead keto rolls is the best you will ever have. These keto bread rolls are fluffy and taste like the holiday rolls your grandma used to make!

chewy keto chocolate chip cookie with melted chips
Keto Chocolate Chip Cookie for One

A single serving for a soft, chewy keto chocolate chip cookie that you can make in minutes. Instructions for air fryer, oven and microwave baking to give a delicious eggless low carb cookie for one.

keto lasagna layers on a plate with a fork
Keto Lasagna

For an easy keto dinner recipe the whole family will enjoy, try this keto lasagna. There is no need to lay down layers of sliced zucchini or shredded cabbage, this lasagna recipe uses sliced deli chicken meat for the “noodle” part.