Sweet Honey Curried Roasted Cauliflower
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Sweet Honey Curried Roasted Cauliflower
Description
This recipe begins by cutting a head of cauliflower into uniform florets and coating them thoroughly with coconut oil and curry powder to ensure every piece carries the spice flavor. Roasting in a hot oven at 450°F allows the cauliflower to brown gently and develop a roasted aroma while retaining some bite. The curry powder amount is adjustable to taste, letting you control the spice intensity. Periodic stirring prevents burning and ensures even cooking. After roasting, the cauliflower is drizzled or tossed with melted honey, which adds a light sweetness that contrasts the curry spice. Sprinkling sea salt heightens the flavors, while toasted coconut adds a nutty crunch and visual appeal. This dish showcases the balance between earthy spice, sweet notes, and textural contrasts from roasting and garnishes.
Serve this cauliflower as a side dish alongside grains or proteins or enjoy it as a flavorful vegetarian main. Its mixture of sweet and savory makes it adaptable to various meal contexts, especially when a mildly spiced vegetable dish is desired.
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower washed and cut into uniform florets
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or oil of your choice
- 2-4 teaspoons curry powder to taste
- 1-2 tablespoons honey melted, to taste
- 2 tablespoons coconut toasted
- salt sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Pre-heat your oven to 450 degrees.
- In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower with the oil, covering it as much as you can. Add in the curry and toss to coat, making sure that the curry is on each piece, This is where you can adjust the curry amount to your liking.
- Put the cauliflower on to a non-stick baking sheet and bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until roasted to the desired consistency.
- Stir the cauliflower every 5-7 minutes, ensuring it doesn't burn.
- Remove from the oven.
- You can choose to either drizzle the honey over the top or return to a bowl and toss with the honey. Tossing it does coat it better but the florets might break apart a little.
- Sprinkle with sea salt and toasted coconut.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 130 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 130kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 44mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 458mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 69.3mg | 77% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.