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Roasted Cauliflower
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Roasted Cauliflower Recipe

A heart-healthy, easy roasted cauliflower side dish made with wholesome ingredients like olive oil, Parmesan cheese, dried herbs, and spices.
Course side/vegetable
Cuisine American
Keyword how long to roast cauliflower, how to roast cauliflower, oven roasted cauliflower. roasted cauliflower recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 185kcal
Author Beth Pierce

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon marjoram
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease well.
  • Wash and cut cauliflower off the stem into uniform cauliflower florets.  Dry very thoroughly with paper towels.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, basil, and marjoram.  Add the cut and dried cauliflower pieces and stir gently to coat.
  • Place on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes.  Remove from the oven and sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese.  Return the cauliflower to the oven and roast for another 5-7 minutes.

Notes

  • This recipe is for one small to medium head of cauliflower. Some of the heads that we get at the market in town are the size of small countries, so you may need to double the oil and spices.
  • Separate the cauliflower into uniform bite-sized pieces so it cooks evenly. Keep in mind that it will shrink up a bit.
  • I like to use parchment paper on the baking sheet as it really helps evenly brown it and keep it from sticking to the pan. Likewise, you can grease the baking sheet or cover it with aluminum foil.
  • The amount of roasting time varies with the size of the bites you have cut. It is done when the cauliflower is tender and lightly browned.
  • Season with more salt and pepper to taste when done roasting.
  • Other spices and herbs to try include parsley, paprika, curry powder, or red pepper flakes. Use dried herbs before roasting and fresh herbs after roasting. For fresh herbs, try parsley, cilantro, rosemary, or thyme.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. For best results, reheat in an air fryer, oven, or microwave.

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 435mg | Potassium: 457mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 67IU | Vitamin C: 70mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 1mg