I posted this turkey recipe yesterday, and let’s face it, you just can’t eat turkey without stuffing. Am I right??? It’s just inconceivable. (I totally just read that in the Princess Bride guy lispy voice. You know you did too.)
Anyhoo, before I go any further, let’s make sure we’re using the right terms. In my family it was always called stuffing – others call it dressing. Which is it? It’s stuffing when you actually stuff your bird with it, dressing if you make it on the side. I serve this on the side, so I usually refer to it as dressing. Whatever you want to call it, it’s delicious!
Granted, there is no bread, so the texture isn’t exactly like the real thing, but the flavors are all there. So if you don’t want to go off your low carb and/or gluten free plan, then this low carb stuffing (or dressing) recipe is going to save the day.
The cauliflower soaks up all of the other flavors and has a nice soft texture, the sausage makes it hearty, and the nuts give it a nice crunch – it’s pretty awesome if I do say so! I served it to non-low carbers the other night, and they all liked it. Even my cauliflower hating husband ate some, and that is major!
Oh, it’s also wicked easy to make, and reheats well, so I hope you guys try it out and report back!
Low Carb & Gluten Free Turkey Stuffing/Dressing
- Yield: 8 1x
Ingredients
- 12 oz roll of mild sausage
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh sage, minced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the sausage in a large saute pan, breaking it up into small pieces. Add the onions and celery to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes or until softened.
- Add the cauliflower and cook for about 8 minutes. You want it to brown and caramelize a bit, so don’t stir too often. Add the white wine and cook on medium heat until no liquid remains in the bottom of the pan.
- Add the walnuts and cook for about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the parsley and sage. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Try not to eat it all before your guests arrive!
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Stuffing/dressing
Nutrition
- Calories: 203
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 4g net
- Protein: 8g

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Doc Tee says
I was worried about this one but I thought I would try it because it’s also diabetic friendly. Wow! Was it ever delicious. I will make it again.
Mary says
It says to “chop” the cauliflower, but it doesn’t say how small. I am a newer cook so I like absolutes LOL Can you help me out here ;)
Carol Head says
Is it possible to make this ahead and freeze it? If not, how many days ahead could I make it?
Sarah E says
This was incredibly delicious! The best thing I ate on Thanksgiving Day! Cannot wait to devour the leftovers!
SR says
This recipe looks great but could you substitute chicken broth or something else for the wine? I’m allergic…..
Phil Walmsley says
added a tsp of chicken stock before adding the wine. This was really great!
Julia Kruz says
I was looking for this gluten-free turkey recipe for a long time! Btw, I will try to add some tomatoes for this unique recipe! Thx for sharing, Mellissa!
Kris Bylan says
Wow this was delist! Thanks!