Description
A simple yet transformative recipe that turns humble cauliflower into a crispy, flavorful dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, tossing halfway through.
- If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For optimal crispness, space the florets on the baking sheet and experiment with different seasonings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg