Oven Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
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Oven Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
Description
This recipe directs slicing a whole cauliflower into florets or half-inch thick steaks and tossing them evenly with olive oil, melted unsalted butter, and a simple seasoning mix including garlic powder, salt, paprika, and ground black pepper. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet, the cauliflower roasts at 425°F for 15-20 minutes until the desired crispness is reached.
The roasting produces lightly charred, crispy edges with a tender interior, accented by the savory seasoning and buttery richness. The paprika adds a subtle smoky warmth while garlic powder enhances flavor without overpowering the natural cauliflower taste.
This side dish pairs well with a wide range of main courses and is a straightforward way to enjoy cauliflower with minimal prep. The method allows flexibility in roasting time depending on floret size and preferred doneness.
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower sliced in small florets, or 1/2" thick steaks, medium
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp butter melted, unsalted
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt or to taste
- ¼ tsp paprika ground
- ¼ tsp black pepper or to taste, ground
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425˚F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the head of cauliflower into 1/2" thick steaks, breaking up wedges into even, bite-sized pieces.
- Add the cauliflower to the center of the baking sheet. Drizzle with the oil and melted butter and toss to combine.
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, salt, paprika, and pepper for the seasoning. Sprinkle onto caulliflower and toss to evenly coat.
- Spread the cauliflower evenly on the baking sheet and bake at 425˚F for 15-20 minutes, until cauliflower reaches desired crispiness.
Notes
- Bake time may vary based on floret or steak size; check for desired crispness.
- You can substitute oil for the butter to make the recipe dairy-free or reduce butter flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6as a side dish
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 100kcal | 5% |
| Carbs | 5g | |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 223mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 294mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 158IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 46mg | 51% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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