Baked Cauliflower Recipe
Baked Cauliflower is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that’s perfect for any meal. This recipe results in tender cauliflower with a crispy exterior, seasoned with garlic, paprika, and Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 large head of cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional:
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley or lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the cauliflower: In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until coated.
- Bake: Spread the cauliflower on the baking sheet, roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Optional: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the cauliflower during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley or lemon wedges and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, roast on a metal baking sheet without parchment.
- Add red pepper flakes for a touch of heat or drizzle with tahini for a Mediterranean twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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