Cavolfiore

Taste

White, compact and tender florets with a mild, slightly sweet taste.

Growing

It is grown in fields and harvested from May to November. The peak covers this whole period.

Pairings

Try it gratinated with cheese, steamed with brown butter or as a creamy soup.

Frequently asked questions

When is Cavolfiore in season in Switzerland?

Peak season is from May to November. In Switzerland it is available from May to November.

cauliflower: how to choose?

Pick heavy, compact pieces with fresh leaves and no dark spots.

cauliflower: how to store?

In the fridge vegetable drawer, whole and unwashed.

cauliflower: how to cook?

Braised, steamed, roasted or in soup; don’t overcook it, to keep flavour and texture.

Seasonal recipes

• Cauliflower steaks with yoghurt sauce and apple
• Cauliflower soup with trout
• Polenta bake with roasted cauliflower and Emmentaler
• Green lentil purée with red onion and raw vegetables
• Savory white bean and cauliflower tart
• Baked mezze maniche with cauliflower and red lentils
• Perch in parchment with potatoes and cauliflower
• Cauliflower and turmeric cream with parsley oil
• Veal rolls with wholegrain bread and mushroom stuffing
• Roasted cauliflower with cumin and red onion
• Roasted cauliflower with cumin and red onion
• Roasted cumin cauliflower with red onion and parsley