Description
Parmesan roasted cauliflower makes your weeknight dinner super easy and deliciously satisfying. Crispy golden edges and cheesy goodness turn this simple veggie side into something your whole family will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 to 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
Finishing Ingredients:
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
- ½ lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to a scorching 450°F. Grab a large baking sheet and set it aside for the roasting magic.
- Slice your cauliflower into 8 cups of bite-sized florets. Make sure they’re roughly the same size for even cooking.
- Drizzle 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil over the florets. Sprinkle 1½ teaspoons of paprika, ¾ teaspoon of kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon of cracked black pepper.
- Toss the cauliflower until every single piece gleams with seasoning. Spread them in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast the cauliflower for 20-25 minutes at 450°F. Halfway through, give the pan a quick shake to ensure even browning.
- After 20 minutes, pull out the pan and scatter 3 minced garlic cloves across the florets. Dust 2-3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Return the pan to the oven for 5 more minutes. The garlic should become fragrant and the cheese should melt slightly.
- Remove from the oven and squeeze juice from half a lemon across the cauliflower. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley as a final touch.
- Serve immediately while the cauliflower is hot and crispy.
Notes
- Chop cauliflower into similar-sized florets to ensure even roasting and consistent cooking throughout the dish.
- Use a rimmed baking sheet to prevent olive oil from dripping and causing smoke in the oven.
- For extra crispiness, pat the cauliflower completely dry before tossing with oil and seasonings to remove excess moisture.
- Dairy-free friends can swap Parmesan for nutritional yeast or skip the cheese entirely for a lighter version of this flavorful side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 7 mg