Vegetables

Cauliflower with coconut (Nariyal ke saath phoolgobhi)

Also called: phoolgobhi nariyal, cauliflower with coconut, nariyal ke saath phoolgobhi, gobi nariyal, cauliflower nariyal, phool gobhi nariyal, gobhi nariyal

Nariyal ke saath phoolgobhi is that lovely homestyle sabzi that feels simple but tastes rich. Soft cauliflower gets tossed with fresh grated coconut, curry leaves, garlic, and a little chilli — perfect with roti, bhakri, or even as a side with dal-chawal. It’s the kind of dish you’ll find in a mom’s kitchen or packed in a tiffin when someone wants something tasty but not too heavy.

Key Takeaway: One bowl of Cauliflower with coconut (Nariyal ke saath phoolgobhi) (160g) contains 211.4 kcal, 4.2g protein, 6.4g carbs, and 18.6g fat. This dish is quite gut-friendly because cauliflower gives you a good amount of fiber, about 8.5g per bowl, which helps keep things moving and supports healthy digestion. Coconut adds a soft, soothing texture and a little extra fiber too, while curry leaves, cumin, mustard seeds, garlic, and turmeric can help with digestion and reduce that heavy-feeling after meals. One practical tip: if cauliflower gives you gas, cook it well and keep the chilli and oil a little lighter — it usually sits much better on the stomach that way.
211.4 kcal
4.2g Protein
6.4g Carbs
18.6g Fat

Per 1 bowl (160g)

Calorie Breakdown

8%
12%
80%
Protein Carbs Fat

Nutrition Facts

Nutrient Per bowl (160g) Per 100g
Calories 211.4 kcal 132.1 kcal
Protein 4.2g 2.6g
Carbohydrates 6.4g 4g
Fat 18.6g 11.6g
Fiber 8.5g 5.3g
Sugar 2.7g 1.7g
Micronutrients (per 100g)
Sodium 286.06 mg
Calcium 35.37 mg
Iron 1.33 mg
Vitamin C 51.79 mg
Folate 59.84 µg

What Goes Into It

Per serving (1 bowl)

Cauliflower 100g
Green chilli 3.3g
Curry leaves 1g
Garlic 0.6g
Onion 10g
Dry red chilli 3.3g
Cumin seeds 1.2g
Turmeric powder 0.6g
Fresh coconut grated 20g
Mustard seeds 1.2g
Oil 10g
Salt 2.5g

gastroenterology Gut Health Insight

This dish is quite gut-friendly because cauliflower gives you a good amount of fiber, about 8.5g per bowl, which helps keep things moving and supports healthy digestion. Coconut adds a soft, soothing texture and a little extra fiber too, while curry leaves, cumin, mustard seeds, garlic, and turmeric can help with digestion and reduce that heavy-feeling after meals. One practical tip: if cauliflower gives you gas, cook it well and keep the chilli and oil a little lighter — it usually sits much better on the stomach that way.

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Nutrition data sourced from ICMR-NIN Indian Food Composition Tables (IFCT) and the Indian Nutrient Database (INDB 2024). Values are per standard serving and may vary with preparation method.

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