Whole Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
Full of flavor and healthy, Whole Roasted Cauliflower head is a cinch to make with common pantry spices and Parmesan cheese. This low carb and keto friendly dish is delicious with roasted chicken, grilled pork tenderloin, or braised beef. Or prepare for Thanksgiving or Christmas for a spectacular show.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 150kcal
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower stem trimmed off
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon crushed rosemary
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cover a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Pull the leaves and trim the stem off the cauliflower. Pat the cauliflower dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, dried thyme, crushed rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Place the cauliflower on the prepared sheet pan. Use a pastry brush to brush the olive oil mixture all over the outside of the cauliflower.
- Cover with aluminum foil and roast for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue roasting for 15 minutes or until golden brown and fork tender.
- Sprinkle Parmesan Cheese over the top and place the head under the broiler for about 3-4 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Use a sharp knife to cut into slices.
Notes
- This recipe is for a medium to medium-large head of cauliflower. Please keep that in mind when roasting. A small head will be done faster, and a large head will take a little bit longer.
- The broiler really gives this dish a nice golden color, but they are also a little unpredictable unless you use yours frequently. As a rule of thumb, stay close and keep an eye on it.
- The cauliflower will be extremely hot when removed from the oven. Handle it with care when moving it from the baking sheet to a serving plate.
- Other spices to try are basil, oregano, or Italian seasoning,
- Carefully cut the cauliflower into wedges.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave at reduced power.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 296mg | Potassium: 309mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 179IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 1mg