Description
This roasted cauliflower recipe makes a delicious and healthy side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower (chopped into small florets)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
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Prepare the cauliflower – Wash, dry, and remove all greens from the cauliflower. Next, chop the cauliflower into 1 to 2-inch florets. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 425° F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
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Toss cauliflower in olive oil – In a large mixing bowl or directly on the baking sheet, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange cauliflower florets in a single layer.
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Bake – Transfer baking sheet to the oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until fully cooked and just starting to brown at the edges. Optional: for extra crispy edges, set oven to broil and roast for 1-2 minutes.
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Serve – Remove baking sheet from the oven, season with additional salt and pepper, and serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe can be customized with different spices or served with a dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Sides
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg