Cauliflower
What is Cauliflower?
Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable, a cultivar of Brassica oleracea. It is closely related to broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage. The edible part of cauliflower is the white, undeveloped flower head, known as the curd.
Is Cauliflower vegan?
Cauliflower is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Cauliflower gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Cauliflower a major allergen?
Cauliflower is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Cauliflower used for?
Cauliflower is primarily consumed as a vegetable, either cooked or raw.
Is Cauliflower safe?
Cauliflower is a whole food and not a food additive.
Why it's used
Cauliflower is primarily consumed as a vegetable, either cooked or raw. In processed foods, it can be found in vegetable mixes, soups, and ready meals, often as a bulking agent or to add a mild vegetable flavour and texture.
Health notes
Cauliflower is a whole food and not a food additive. It is a source of vitamins, minerals, and fibre. Dietary guidelines from the NHS and the Eatwell Guide recommend consuming plenty of vegetables as part of a healthy diet. There are no specific regulatory evaluations for cauliflower as a food additive in Great Britain.
Allergen info
Cauliflower is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Cauliflower
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