Description
Crispy and flavorful, this Baked Cauliflower recipe is a simple yet delicious side dish that’s perfect for any meal. With a golden crispy exterior and tender interior, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 head of cauliflower, chopped into bite-sized florets
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Optional:
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare Your Cauliflower: Place cauliflower in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss until coated.
- Spread and Roast: Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread cauliflower in a single layer.
- Bake to Perfection: Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping once. Look for crisp edges and a golden hue.
- Add Cheese (Optional): Sprinkle Parmesan during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot straight from the oven. Enjoy with your favorite dip.
This high heat is key for getting that golden crispiness.
This helps everything roast evenly.
It will melt and crisp up beautifully.
Notes
- You can use avocado oil instead of olive oil for a higher smoke point.
- For extra crunch, try adding a tablespoon of panko breadcrumbs before roasting.
- This recipe pairs well with garlic aioli, spicy mayo, or ranch dip.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes to regain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
