BBQ Cauliflower Bites
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BBQ Cauliflower Bites
Description
BBQ Cauliflower Bites use whole cauliflower heads cut into small pieces that are tossed thoroughly with barbecue sauce to coat each floret. They are arranged in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with foil, parchment, and a silicone mat to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. Baking at 450°F for 20 to 25 minutes crisps the outer edges of the florets, concentrating the barbecue flavor.
After baking, the bites are seasoned with freshly ground black pepper, fine sea salt, and chopped Italian parsley for added brightness and seasoning depth. The cauliflower develops a slightly caramelized crust from the sauce, offering a chewy exterior and tender texture inside.
These bites work well as an appetizer, snack, or side dish and provide a vegetable-based alternative to typical barbecue items. They are easy to prepare with common ingredients and suitable for serving warm.
Ingredients
- 2 cauliflower cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ground
- ½ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- 1 tablespoon Italian parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil, parchment paper, and a silicone baking mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss cauliflower with your favorite BBQ sauce. Try to coat evenly, but pay special attention to the florets and getting sauce into the little cracks and crevices.
- Arrange in a single layer on the rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the florets start to get brown and crispy.
- Evenly sprinkle ground pepper, fine sea salt and parsley over cooked cauliflower bites, serve hot.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 137 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 137kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 1041mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 325mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 245IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 27.6mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.