Description
Roasted Garlic Parmesan Cauliflower turns your weeknight veggie side into a crispy, cheesy delight that will have your family asking for seconds. Perfectly seasoned florets become golden and irresistible straight from your oven, making dinner feel like a special treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 head cauliflower
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon parsley
Instructions
- Position your oven rack to the middle and heat to 425F, ensuring a consistent temperature for perfect roasting.
- Chop 1 head of cauliflower into bite-sized florets, creating uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Mix 3 tablespoons olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Tumble cauliflower florets into the seasoned oil mixture, gently tossing until each piece gleams with flavor.
- Spread cauliflower across a rimmed baking sheet, arranging in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Roast at 425F for 25-30 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through to ensure golden-brown edges.
- Sprinkle ½ cup grated parmesan cheese over the hot cauliflower immediately after removing from the oven.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and create a crispy topping.
- Garnish with 1 tablespoon chopped parsley before serving, adding a fresh herbal brightness to the dish.
Notes
- Cut cauliflower florets into similar sizes so they roast evenly and cook at the same rate.
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best melting and most robust flavor compared to pre-packaged options.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- For a dairy-free version, swap parmesan with nutritional yeast or omit cheese entirely and add smoked paprika for extra depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg