Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
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Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
Description
The recipe highlights cauliflower cut uniformly to ensure even roasting. Olive oil and lemon juice coat the florets to promote browning and brighten flavors, while garlic adds sharpness. Roasting at a high temperature (450°F) for about 25 minutes, turning halfway through, creates caramelization and crisp texture. The addition of freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese introduces a salty, nutty richness that complements the roasted vegetable. Seasoning with salt and black pepper is adjusted to taste before serving.
This dish works well as a vegetable side for various meals or served warm as a snack. Proper spacing on the baking sheet prevents steaming, allowing crisp edges to develop. The freshness of ingredients like lemon juice and Parmesan significantly impacts the final flavor.
Even-sized cauliflower pieces and not overcrowding the pan help achieve consistent roasting results. Using fresh lemon juice and finely grated cheese enhances the dish’s brightness and depth.
Ingredients
- 6 ½ cups cauliflower from 1 large cauliflower, florets
- 4 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 Tablespoon parmigiano reggiano freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine cauliflower, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper well so all the florets are coated and seasoned.
- Place on the prepared baking sheets and bake in the oven for about 25 minutes, turning the florets halfway so they are evenly cooked.
- Remove from oven and top with grated cheese and additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm.
Notes
- Cut cauliflower florets to similar sizes to promote even cooking and roasting.
- Space florets in a single layer on the baking sheet to allow crisp, caramelized edges without steaming.
- Use fresh lemon juice and freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano for the best flavor impact.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 78 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 118g | |
| Calories | 78kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 336mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 13IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 54mg | 60% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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