Description
Enjoy this simple and flavorful recipe for Crispy Roasted Cauliflower that makes a perfect side dish. The cauliflower is seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and Parmesan, then roasted until golden and crispy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnishes:
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare cauliflower: In a large bowl, toss cauliflower with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until coated.
- Roast cauliflower: Spread cauliflower on baking sheet, roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through until crispy.
- Optional: Sprinkle with Parmesan in last 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley or lemon, then serve.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Add red pepper flakes for heat or nutritional yeast for a dairy-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
