Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Blue Cheese Dip

These Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are a delightful American-inspired snack that fuses bold flavors with a healthy twist. The crispy roasted cauliflower is coated in a spicy buffalo sauce, delivering a satisfying crunch and a kick of heat. Paired with a creamy blue cheese dip, this dish offers a perfect balance of spicy and tangy flavors, making it an irresistible treat for gatherings or a cozy night in. Plus, it's vegetarian and gluten-free!

Ingredients:

• 1 medium cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
• 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup buffalo sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, then place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Drizzle the cauliflower with olive oil and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
5. In a separate bowl, mix the buffalo sauce with a little olive oil and toss the baked cauliflower in the sauce until well coated.
6. Return the coated cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
7. While the cauliflower is baking, prepare the blue cheese dip by mixing Greek yogurt, crumbled blue cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
8. Serve the Buffalo Cauliflower Bites hot with the blue cheese dip on the side.