Here’s a simple and delicious Cauliflower Recipe—you can roast it, steam it, or turn it into a creamy side dish. I’ll give you a versatile Oven-Roasted Cauliflower method that’s crispy, tender, and flavorful.
🥦 Oven-Roasted Cauliflower
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: ¼ cup grated Parmesan, lemon wedges, or fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Prepare Cauliflower
Wash and thoroughly dry cauliflower florets. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
3️⃣ Roast
Spread florets in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
4️⃣ Serve
- Sprinkle with Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve as a side dish, toss into salads, or add to grain bowls.
💡 Variations
- Buffalo Cauliflower: Toss roasted florets in buffalo sauce before serving.
- Cauliflower Rice: Pulse florets in a food processor, then sauté for a low-carb side.
- Creamy Cauliflower Mash: Boil or steam florets, then mash with butter, cream, and seasonings.
If you want, I can provide a cheesy cauliflower casserole recipe, a spicy roasted version, or a creamy garlic mashed cauliflower recipe.
Which one do you want?
