Description
Enjoy a delightful and easy-to-make Crispy Oven-Roasted Cauliflower dish that’s bursting with flavor and perfect for a healthy side. This recipe results in tender cauliflower with crispy edges, seasoned to perfection and topped with optional Parmesan for extra richness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large head of cauliflower (cut into bite-sized florets)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish:
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- chopped fresh parsley or lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Seasoning: In a large bowl, toss cauliflower with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until coated.
- Baking: Spread cauliflower on the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Optional Cheese: If using Parmesan, sprinkle over cauliflower in the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Garnish: Remove from oven, garnish with parsley or lemon zest, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crunch, broil for the last 2 minutes.
- Pairs well with garlic aioli or tahini dressing.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer for best crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 3mg
