Cauliflower Dip with Herbs & Pickles (Low Carb)
Looking for an easy, low carb dip? Try this creamy cauliflower dip with mayonnaise, herbs and pickles – perfect to be served as an appetizer with crackers and vegetable sticks.
Although I’m not a big fan of cauliflower, this low carb cauliflower dip recipe made me change my mind. Originally invented by my mother, this creamy cauliflower appetizer pleasantly surprised me! It is smooth, slightly sour thanks to the pickled cucumbers and extremely aromatic. It is easy to prepare and it’s perfect as an appetizer for parties or potlucks.
Are you looking for other cauliflower recipes to try? I recommend cauliflower casserole, Cauliflower mac and cheese (keto / low carb), Cauliflower au gratin with cheese and spinach, Cauliflower pizza crust, cauliflower steaks, Cauliflower patties, and whole roasted cauliflower. Happy cooking!
How to serve the cauliflower dip
- Side for main dishes: This cauliflower cream can be used as a side dish for various main dishes, such as vegetarian patties, chicken steak or grilled fish. You can serve it alongside the main dish to complete the aroma and taste of the dish.
- Filling for sandwiches or wraps: Use this creamy cauliflower dip with mayonnaise as a delicious filling for sandwiches or wraps. Spread it generously on slices of bread or tortillas, add slices of tomatoes, cucumbers and fresh greens, then roll or close the sandwich. This way you will get a satisfying and tasty snack or lunch.
- Dip for fresh vegetables: Use this recipe as a dip for fresh vegetables, such as carrots, peppers, cucumbers or broccoli. Soak the vegetables in the dip for a delicious and healthy taste, perfect for a quick snack or a cold buffet.
- Salad dressing: Mix this cauliflower dip with your favorite salads to get a creamy and delicious dressing. This sauce can be used to dress coleslaw salads or lettuce-based salads, adding a refined flavor and extra creaminess to your dishes.
Variants of toppings and flavorings for cauliflower dip
- Pieces of fried bacon: For extra flavor and crispy texture, you can add pieces of fried bacon to the recipe. The bacon will provide a delicious aroma and complement the creamy taste of the cauliflower cream. Try my vegan bacon recipe.
- Chopped walnuts: For a crunchy texture and an additional supply of proteins and healthy fats, you can incorporate chopped walnuts into the dip. They will add a crunchy texture and a rich aroma, turning the simple cauliflower cream into a gourmet delight.
- Fresh greens: For added freshness and color, you can add fresh greens, such as finely chopped parsley or green onion leaves. They will refresh the aroma and bring a subtle balance of flavors to the recipe.
- Feta cheese or Parmesan cheese: For a more intense taste and a richer texture, you can add feta cheese or grated Parmesan cheese to the cauliflower dip. These cheeses bring a salty taste and a delicious umami that perfectly complements the sweet aroma of cauliflower.
Vegan version
To turn this cauliflower dip recipe into a vegan one, you can replace the classic mayonnaise with a commercially available vegan version or you can prepare vegan mayonnaise at home using ingredients such as soy or almond milk, olive oil, mustard and lemon juice.
Creamy Cauliflower Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower medium
- 4 pickles large, chopped
- 1 bunch parsley chopped
- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- There are two ways to cook the cauliflower. With steamer: Just detach the florets and place them in the steamer. Steam for about 20 minutes. Without steamer: Detach the florets and place them in a medium pot filled with water. Add salt in the water. Boil for 20-25 minutes.
- Strain the cauliflower and place the florets in the food processor.
- Add salt, pepper and mayonnaise.
- Process until creamy.
- Add chopped pickles and parsley. Mix well and serve.
If you make this, please leave a review and rating if you liked this recipe! ★★★★★
Very simple and tastes wonderful!
Never thought of making an appetizer salad out of cauliflower, but it’s actually super delicious! Everybody loved it, so I want to thank you for sharing this recipe with us! 🙂
Thank you! 🙂 Glad you liked the recipe!
What kind of pickles? Dill pickles? Seems like an odd combo of things but I might give this a try!
Yep, dill pickles! It’s an unusual combination but it turned out really good. Try it and let me know how it was 🙂