Dietitians Say This Is The Healthiest Appetizer You Can Eat At Super Bowl Parties

Buffalo cauliflower

When it comes to Super Bowl Sunday snacks that can really please a crowd, it doesn’t get much more classic than some good old-fashioned buffalo wings. However, if you’re trying to lose weight or just want to keep your health in check, you may be hesitant to indulge in some fried chicken. Luckily, buffalo cauliflower provides a much healthier–and just as tasty–alternative.

“Fun events like the super bowl are all about relaxing and enjoying yourself and not about counting calories or carbs. For that reason, I like to make sure there are plenty of appetizers available that are low in calorie density,” Novoshielski says, citing options like veggie trays, seasoned popcorn, and sliced apples and cheese. Buffalo cauliflower, however, is at the top of her list. “It has all the delicious buffalo flavor and crispiness without the extra calories and fat,” she raves.

Richards agrees, telling us that the snack “replaces deep-fried traditional buffalo wings with saturated fat with a nutrient-dense alternative.” In fact, cauliflower offers incredible health benefits in general. It’s packed with fiber and B-vitamins, it offers up antioxidants and polyphenols, and it can even aid digestion. 

Not only is this game-day meal delicious, but it’s also so simple to whip up. “Simply toss cauliflower florets in cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Then coat the cauliflower with your favorite buffalo sauce and bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes or until golden,” Novoshielski suggests.

For a more detailed recipe, you can check out Richard’s version–which even includes healthy homemade ranch dressing–on The Candida Diet website here. We can’t wait to try it!