Perfectly Roasted Cauliflower Florets
Achieve nutty, charred cauliflower florets with this simple oven-baked vegetable recipe. It is a reliable, healthy side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Place the cauliflower florets in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Sprinkle the salt, pepper, and garlic powder over the florets. Toss everything together until the cauliflower is evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary to promote browning.
- Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping the florets halfway through the cooking time. The cauliflower is done when it is tender inside and has deeply browned, nutty edges.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately as a healthy side dish or vegan dinner idea.
Notes
- For an earthy modern flavor, toss the finished roasted cauliflower with 2 tablespoons of tahini or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.
- If you prefer thicker pieces, cut the cauliflower into 1-inch thick cauliflower steaks instead of florets and increase the roasting time by 5 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0