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Smoky Roasted Cauliflower

How to roast cauliflower with smoked paprika, olive oil, and salt. Easy, tasty recipe. Healthy, gluten free, dairy free, vegan, kosher, pareve.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 39 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cauliflower
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1-2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • salt

Instructions

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  1. Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easier cleanup, if desired. Pull the leaves off of the cauliflower base. Cut off the lower part of the stem.
  2. Cut the head of cauliflower into four quarters.
  3. Slice each quarter into 6-8 pieces. You want as many flat surfaces as possible on each floret-- the flat surfaces caramelize best. Caramelization is the key to giving the roasted cauliflower flavor.Give all the florets a thorough rinse in a colander. Shake them dry. Spread out the cauliflower on your baking sheet or pan.
  4. Drizzle the florets evenly with 1 tbsp olive oil. I use a measuring spoon of olive oil, which makes it easier to gauge how much oil I'm using, rather than pouring straight from the bottle. Toss the florets to coat them fully with oil-- I use clean hands for this step.
  5. Sprinkle the cauliflower evenly with smoked paprika and salt to taste. Be generous with the salt-- smoked paprika really sings when it's combined with salt.
  6. Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven and let the cauliflower roast for 10 minutes.
  7. Take the baking sheet out of the oven. Stir the cauliflower on the baking sheet, moving pieces from the outside of the sheet towards the inside, and vice versa.
  8. Return the baking sheet to the oven. Let the cauliflower roast for 10-20 minutes longer until very tender. When it's ready you will be able to pierce it easily with a fork. Keep a close eye on the cauliflower, it can go from brown to burned fairly quickly if you're not careful. Serve hot.

Notes

  • You will also need: Baking sheet or small roasting pan

Nutrition Information

Calories 39kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Fat 3g (5%) Sodium 8mg (0%) Potassium 91mg (3%) Vitamin A 245IU (5%) Vitamin C 12.9mg (14%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 39

% Daily Value*

Calories 39kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Fat 3g 5%
Sodium 8mg 0%
Potassium 91mg 2%
Vitamin A 245IU 5%
Vitamin C 12.9mg 14%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.