"It seems by now we've all agreed that vegetables are an acceptable addition to smoothies, with spinach practically a must-have ingredient. But while leafy greens are a great way to boost the nutrition of your drink, they don't do a lot for the texture. For a thick and creamy smoothie (and a healthy dose of fiber), you'll need help from an unexpected source: frozen cauliflower."
"If thoughts of cauliflower cheese or vegan buffalo wings have you wondering if this is some kind of joke, it's important to remember that cauliflower itself doesn't have much of a taste - which is exactly why we cover it in cheese or hot sauce. When used as a vegetable that's added to your smoothie, it will take on the flavors of the other ingredients, whether that's fresh and fruity or decadent and chocolatey."
Frozen cauliflower adds thickness and creaminess to smoothies while boosting fiber, without imparting a strong flavor. Use frozen florets or frozen cauliflower rice for the best texture; fresh cauliflower can be cut into florets and frozen overnight. There is no need to steam cauliflower before freezing, though some people experience digestive discomfort from raw cruciferous vegetables. Packaged frozen florets or cauliflower rice are often parboiled before packaging, which can increase convenience; avoid products with added seasoning. Start with a small amount alongside strong-flavored ingredients like passionfruit or orange so the fruity tang masks any vegetal notes. When well blended, frozen cauliflower produces an ice-cream–like texture.
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