Looking for a creative way to enjoy cauliflower? These cheesy cauliflower sandwiches swap traditional bread for golden, oven-baked cauliflower slices layered with melted Gouda cheese.
They’re naturally gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly, and surprisingly satisfying, whether served as a quick breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a light lunch. Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, they’re a great way to turn a humble head of cauliflower into something special.
Cheesy Cauliflower Sandwich
Giorgos Tsoulis
These cheesy cauliflower sandwiches are crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and packed with flavor. Made with cauliflower, Gouda, and Parmesan, they're a gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly option that's perfect for a snack, breakfast, or light lunch.
Add the cauliflower florets to a food processor (working in batches if necessary) and pulse until finely ground, resembling fine cauliflower rice.
Transfer the processed cauliflower to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible. This step is essential for the right texture.
Place the drained cauliflower in a mixing bowl along with the parmesan, egg, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well (you can use disposable gloves) until the mixture is fully combined.
Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions. Shape each portion into a rectangle measuring approximately 12 x 10 cm (about 5 x 4 inches) and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until firm and lightly golden.
Remove the tray from the oven and heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
Once hot, place one cauliflower slice in the pan, sprinkle with grated gouda (divide the gouda evenly among the sandwiches), then top with a second cauliflower slice to form a sandwich. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until the cheese is melted and the exterior is golden.
Repeat with the remaining slices and serve the sandwiches warm.
Notes
Tip: Drain the cauliflower very well, pressing out any excess moisture to remove as much liquid as possible.
Celebrity Chef Giorgos Tsoulis specializes in modern Mediterranean cuisine and his recipes are widely appreciated not just in Greece and Cyprus but also around the world.
He has been the executive chef of numerous successful Greek restaurants, while at the same time hosting many popular culinary TV shows in Greece and Cyprus. Giorgos Tsoulis is passionate about educating his fans in more sustainable and healthy cooking and eating while making the most of the flavors of the ingredients.
As sustainable cuisine ambassador for WWF Hellas, he plays a key role in cooking activations that relate to the European #Eat4Change program, as well as the #Farm2Fork program.
