Is there a downside to the cauliflower craze? A registered dietitian shares her take:
“If cauliflower can somehow become pizza, you can do anything” goes the popular quote on social media. It’s funny because it’s a bit absurd--that a vegetable which, not long ago, could’ve been voted “most likely to be left behind on a veggie tray” has suddenly rocketed to foodie fame, being transformed into everything from pizza crust to Buffalo “wings”. This trend is a good thing, right?
The surge in popularity is likely driven by low-carb and vegan diets, with people seeking out either grain-free or meat- and animal-product-free versions of their favorites. Cauliflower is a relatively bland veggie, and it’s also versatile--you can chop it into “rice”, grill thick slices as “steaks”, bread and bake it into “nuggets”, pulverize and form it into “breadsticks”, or even whirl frozen florets into a smoothie to add volume .
But there are a few things to keep in mind. Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable and contains a carbohydrate called raffinose that the body can’t entirely digest. For some people, that can cause gas. Plus, the fiber in cauliflower, while good for the body, can also trigger gas and bloating. That’s especially true if you weren’t eating a high-fiber diet and suddenly add in loads of cauliflower. Give your body time to adjust by gradually increasing how much fiber you eat .
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