Description
This Vegan Lemon Pepper Glazed Cauliflower features crispy florets coated in a tangy, sweet glaze, making it a delightful side dish or main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or agave syrup)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread the florets on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes.
- Combine garlic, lemon juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Transfer roasted cauliflower back to a bowl and toss in the lemon pepper glaze.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.
Notes
For maximum crispiness, roast the cauliflower just before serving. Adjust garlic or red pepper flakes to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg