Convert Cauliflower from Grams to Whole Cauliflower heads

Cauliflower converter

Use the tool below to convert cauliflower from Grams to Whole Cauliflower heads.

A small head is roughly 40% of the weight of a large one, so 'one head of cauliflower' in a curry or roast can swing the yield. Pick the right size below to keep cauliflower rice, soup, and gratin on target.

How many cauliflower heads is 500g?

500 g of cauliflower is about 0.77 of a medium cauliflower head, since a medium cauliflower head weighs 650 g. With small cauliflower heads that figure is about 1.25 and with large cauliflower heads about 0.5. Set the size selector to match what you have, then read the exact count above.

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Common Cauliflower conversions

Quick reference for cauliflower at medium size. Switch the size in the converter above for small or large.

Grams	cauliflower heads
50 g	0.08 cauliflower heads
100 g	0.15 cauliflower heads
250 g	0.38 cauliflower heads
500 g	0.77 cauliflower heads
750 g	1.15 cauliflower heads
1000 g	1.54 cauliflower heads

Cauliflower conversion chart

The chart below shows how whole cauliflower heads (medium size) convert to cups, grams and ounces.

g	cauliflower heads	cups	cups (US)	oz	lb	kg
100 g	0.15 cauliflower heads	0.9 cups	0.93 cups (US)	3.53 oz	0.22 lb	0.1 kg
250 g	0.38 cauliflower heads	2.25 cups	2.34 cups (US)	8.82 oz	0.55 lb	0.25 kg
500 g	0.77 cauliflower heads	4.5 cups	4.67 cups (US)	17.64 oz	1.1 lb	0.5 kg
750 g	1.15 cauliflower heads	6.76 cups	7.01 cups (US)	26.46 oz	1.65 lb	0.75 kg
1000 g	1.54 cauliflower heads	9.01 cups	9.35 cups (US)	35.27 oz	2.2 lb	1 kg

Cauliflower varieties and best uses

The conversions above are the same whatever variety you use; the difference is what each is good for. Here is how the common cauliflower varieties compare.

Variety	Best for
White	Everyday roasting, mashing, and curries: tender white florets, the all-purpose supermarket head.
Romanesco	Roasting and showpiece sides: lime-green fractal florets with a mild nutty flavour that holds shape.
Purple	Roasting and gratin for colour: same flavour as White, magenta hue fades with long cooking.
Orange (Cheddar / Sunset)	Roasting and gratin for colour: same flavour as White, high in beta-carotene.
Green (Broccoflower / Verde)	Raw crudités and quick roasts: milder and slightly sweeter than White.

Which should I pick?

For everyday roasting, cauliflower rice, and curries, White is the supermarket default: tender florets that crisp well roasted. No White? Romanesco gives a nuttier edge with eye-catching fractal florets. Purple and Orange (Cheddar) cook the same as White and add colour to gratins and roasts; the pigment fades slightly with long cooking. Green (Broccoflower) is milder and slightly sweeter, the pick for raw crudités.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cauliflower heads is 500g?: 500 grams of cauliflower heads is about 0.77 of a medium cauliflower head, since a medium cauliflower head weighs 650 g. With small cauliflower heads that figure is about 1.25 and with large cauliflower heads about 0.5. Set the size selector to match what you have, then read the exact count above. The converter runs both ways for any weight. Open the cauliflower converter
Which cauliflower variety should I use?: For everyday roasting, cauliflower rice, and curries, White is the supermarket default: tender florets that crisp well roasted. No White? Romanesco gives a nuttier edge with eye-catching fractal florets. Purple and Orange (Cheddar) cook the same as White and add colour to gratins and roasts; the pigment fades slightly with long cooking. Green (Broccoflower) is milder and slightly sweeter, the pick for raw crudités.

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