Garlic Parmesan Whole Roasted Cauliflower
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
80 kcal
Garlic Parmesan Whole Roasted Cauliflower
Description
This recipe prepares a whole cauliflower head by trimming the leaves and placing it in a dutch oven or covered baking dish. A mixture of melted butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper is brushed over the cauliflower, imparting aromatic and savory flavors. Covering with foil during baking traps steam, gently softening the cauliflower over 45 to 55 minutes until tender but not mushy.
After baking, the foil is removed and shredded Parmesan cheese is sprinkled on top. The cauliflower is broiled briefly to brown the cheese, creating a flavorful and crispy crust. Fresh parsley adds a bright herbal note and color contrast to the finished dish.
This preparation offers a substantial vegetable side with a combination of buttery, garlicky, and cheesy flavors. It can be served alongside roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian meal. For softer texture, adding broth or water to the baking vessel helps with steaming. The recipe can be adapted to any oven-safe dish covered tightly with foil if a dutch oven is unavailable.
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower 1 ½ pounds
- ¼ cup butter melted
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Trim leaves from cauliflower head. Place head in a dutch oven.
- Combine butter, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Brush mixture on top of cauliflower head.
- Cover with foil (the steam helps cook it) and bake for 45-55 minutes or until cauliflower is tender.
- Remove foil, sprinkle on parmesan cheese and broil until the cheese is browned and crispy. Garnish with parsley, if desired.
Notes
- For a softer texture, add 2 tablespoons of broth or water to the bottom of the baking dish to create additional steam during cooking.
- If a dutch oven is not available, use any oven-safe dish covered tightly with foil to mimic the steaming effect.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 80 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 80 | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 197mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 60mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 360IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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