Crispy Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower
A flavorful and crunchy side dish that transforms simple cauliflower into a cheesy masterpiece.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower (about 1.5 pounds / 700g)
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese (75g), finely grated
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (45ml), extra virgin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (2g)
- 1 teaspoon salt (6g)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (1g)
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (1g)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the cauliflower by removing the leaves and stem, then cutting it into bite-sized florets.
- Make the olive oil mixture by whisking together the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika.
- Toss the cauliflower florets in the mixture until well coated.
- Arrange the florets in a single layer on a lined baking sheet.
- Add the grated Parmesan on top of the cauliflower and press lightly to stick.
- Roast in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving, optionally garnishing with more Parmesan or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding curry powder, buffalo sauce, or fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cauliflower, vegetarian, side dish, roasted vegetables, parmesan