Cauliflower in white sauce, made with whole milk, homemade

This dish consists of cauliflower served in a homemade white sauce made with whole milk. It provides carbohydrate, fat and some protein, as well as fibre, vitamins and minerals. Per 100g, it contains 6.2g of carbohydrate, 4.2g of fat, 2.7g of protein and 20mg of vitamin C. These figures describe the combined cauliflower and sauce rather than cauliflower alone.

Vitamin C supports normal immune function and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. The dish also provides calcium, which is needed for normal bones and teeth. The white sauce contributes to the fat and saturated fat content, which is worth noting for people monitoring their intake. Full nutrient figures, including saturated fat, salt and energy, are in the tables below.