Cauliflower plant is the edible vegetable part that is called ‘Head’ or ‘Curd’. Botanically this curd is a white ‘inflorescence meristem’. This means that it is not a fully formed flower, it is a tissue which is supposed to form flowers.
Cauliflower curd does not have typical sepals, petals, anthers and ovary, therefore there is no question of any pollination, fertilization or fruit-seed formation.
Cauliflower Breadsticks
Cauliflower has only 25 calories and 3 grams of fiber per cup It is an excellent choice for anyone watching their waistline. Along with its low sugar content, cauliflower has a glycemic index of just 15.
Roasted Cauliflower Steaks
It also has an excellent high amount of protein content for a vegetable (19% of calories are from protein). Cauliflower is both filling and nutritious.
Baked Cauliflower Pizzaiola
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Salmon fillets are gently poached and served with a sauce of tarragon, parsley and Dijon mustard. Ready in a mere 20 minutes it’s a great, healthy, mid-week meal. Serve with crisp potatoes.
INGREDIENTS:
Skinless fillets 2
Tarragon 2 tbsp, chopped
Flat-leaf parsley 2 tbsp, chopped
4.Dijon mustard 2 tsps
White wine vinegar 2 tbsp
Olive oil 2 tbsp
Watercress or new potatoes to serve.
DIRECTIONS:
Bring a shallow pan of water to a simmer. Drop in the fillets, put a lid on the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes.
Put all the other ingredients in a small food processor and whizz until smooth (if it’s too thick, add a splash of water).
Lift the fillets up and drain.
Serve the cooked fish with potatoes, watercress and the sauce.