Description
Roasted cauliflower is a versatile dish highlighting the natural flavors of this vegetable, enhanced through high-temperature roasting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Toss until the florets are evenly coated.
- Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the edges are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added texture, consider using panko breadcrumbs before roasting.
- Experiment with spices such as cumin or curry powder for different flavor profiles.
- Presentation can be enhanced by serving on a bed of hummus or tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Vegetable Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: roasted cauliflower, cauliflower recipes, vegetable side dishes