Cheesy Roasted Cauliflower
This Cheesy Roasted Cauliflower recipe is the perfect side dish for any dinner or holiday gathering. Made with fresh cauliflower, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, and olive oil, it’s an easy and flavorful way to enjoy a healthy, low-carb vegetable side.
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized cauliflower (about 1½ - 2lb of cauliflower florets)
- ¼ cup (59 ml) olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup (100g) grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
- Salt and black pepper to taste (I use about ½ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C).
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets using a sharp knife*. Rinse with cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Place the cauliflower florets in a large bowl, drizzle with the olive oil, and season with the garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and ½ of the Parmesan cheese. Toss well until the florets are evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned cauliflower florets evenly on a large baking sheet** and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Sprinkle with the remaining grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- * Watch the video to see how easy it is to cut a cauliflower into florets! You can also use pre-packaged fresh cauliflower florets to skip this step.
- ** Cover the baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean up.
- Roasted cauliflower is always best served as soon as it comes out of the oven. However, if you have any leftovers, you can refrigerate them in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Just keep in mind that they will lose their crispy texture.
Nutritional values are approximate and calculated per serving.
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