Here’s a simple and delicious Roasted Cauliflower recipe—crispy, golden, and full of flavor 🥦✨
Roasted Cauliflower
Ingredients (serves 3–4)
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: ½ tsp garlic powder, paprika, or chili flakes
- Optional: grated Parmesan or fresh herbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven
- 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season cauliflower
- Toss florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings until evenly coated.
- Roast
- Spread florets in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and tender.
- Finish & serve
- Optional: sprinkle with Parmesan, drizzle with lemon juice, or add fresh herbs before serving.
- Serve hot as a side or salad topper.
Tips & Variations
- Extra crispy: Dry cauliflower thoroughly before tossing with oil.
- Smoky flavor: Add smoked paprika or chili flakes.
- Cheesy: Sprinkle Parmesan during the last 5 minutes of roasting.
- Sheet-pan meal: Roast alongside chicken or potatoes for a complete meal.
I can also give a garlic-Parmesan roasted cauliflower, a spicy chili roasted version, or an air fryer version if you want.
