Cauliflower is considered a “cruciferous” vegetable; it is in the same plant family as broccoli, kale, and cabbage. This veggie is made up of lots of undeveloped flower buds that are attached to a central stalk. Raw cauliflower is firm to the touch, crunchy, and has a faintly bitter flavor.
When choosing a cauliflower, look for a clean, white, and “compact” head. Heads with lots of thick green leaves surrounding it are better protected and are fresher. Store your uncooked cauliflower in a paper or plastic bag in the refrigerator. This will stay fresh for about a week. Store it with the stem side down to prevent excess moisture getting into the floret clusters on the top of the head. Pre-cut florets will lose freshness after a couple days, so make sure to enjoy them pretty soon after purchase.
Try our favorite pizza crust alternative – cauliflower! We’ve got the recipe here:
Cauliflower Pizza Crust
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Source: http://www.eatingbirdfood.com/healthy-pizza-with-a-cauliflower-crust/