Description
Crispy Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower turns simple florets into a golden, cheesy delight that will make your dinner table sing with flavor. Seasoned with garlic, herbs, and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan, this quick side dish brings restaurant-quality magic to your home cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 head cauliflower
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Position your oven rack in the center and heat to 425F (220C). This ensures even roasting for your cauliflower.
- Cut 1 head of cauliflower into uniform 1-inch florets. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over the florets. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper across the cauliflower.
- Toss the florets thoroughly until each piece is evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
- Arrange the cauliflower on a rimmed baking sheet, spreading them in a single layer without overcrowding. Space between florets helps them crisp nicely.
- Roast at 425F for 15 minutes. Carefully remove the sheet and rotate the florets with a spatula to promote even browning.
- Continue roasting for another 10 minutes until edges turn golden and crisp.
- Sprinkle ½ cup grated parmesan cheese over the hot cauliflower immediately after removing from the oven.
- Let the cauliflower rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the cheese to slightly melt and adhere to the florets.
- Transfer to a serving platter and enjoy while warm and crispy.
Notes
- Spread cauliflower florets with plenty of space between them to ensure maximum crispiness and even browning.
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best melting and flavor intensity.
- Check cauliflower halfway through roasting and rotate the baking sheet to prevent uneven cooking.
- For a dairy-free version, swap parmesan with nutritional yeast or toasted breadcrumbs to maintain a similar savory crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 169 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 594 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 11 mg