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    Home > Blog > Vegetable Recipes > Roasted Cauliflower

    Roasted Cauliflower

    by Jenny Park · Published: Feb 15, 2022

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    The easiest and tastiest Roasted Cauliflower Recipe ever, made in under 30 minutes! Our recipe produces tender bites of cauliflower that we love serving as a healthy, vegetarian side dish. It can also be served over a bowl of steamed rice, hummus, quinoa, etc with more roasted vegetable for a complete and satisfying meal!
    Roasted cauliflower recipe in a bowl.

    It’s always great to have go-to side dishes on hand (especially one loaded with vegetables), like our Roasted Cauliflower recipe! Roasting cauliflower may seem simple, there are a few basic steps that should be taken to produce perfectly tender-crisp cauliflower.

    Our recipe uses simple ingredients and produces perfectly textured and flavorful roasted cauliflower every single time! We both make this recipe multiple times a week because it’s so simple and delicious. It’s also the perfect side dish to serve alongside a plethora of main dishes! The mild flavor profile of cauliflower makes it the perfect multi-purpose vegetable!

    How to Make Our Roasted Cauliflower Recipe

    Roasted cauliflower ingredients on a kitchen counter.

    Process

    1. Preheat oven to 400˚F.
    2. In a large bowl combine cauliflower, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.
    Cauliflower seasoning for roasted cauliflower.
    1. Toss mixture together until florets are well and evenly coated.
    Cauliflower seasoning mixed in a bowl.
    1. Next, transfer florets onto a baking sheet in an even layer.
    Cauliflower florets on a baking sheet.
    1. Then bake cauliflower for 20 to 25 minutes or until tender and caramelized.
    Roasted cauliflower florets on a baking sheet.
    1. Finally, top with lemon zest and a sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes, if using. Gently toss together and serve.
    Roasted cauliflower recipe in a bowl with a spoon in it.
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    Watch us make our easy and flavorful Roasted Cauliflower!

    Tools You Will Need

    • cutting board
    • knife
    • measuring spoons
    • mixing bowl
    • wooden spoon
    • baking sheet
    • microplane

    Air Fryer Instruction for Roasted Cauliflower

    It’s so easy to convert our roasted cauliflower recipe into an air-fried cauliflower recipe.

    Preheat air fryer to 375˚F. Season and oil cauliflower florets as directed from the oven recipe. Lightly coat air fryer basket with cooking spray oil. Then add florets into basket in an even, single layer (don’t overcrowd for even cooking). Air-fry for 10 to 12 minutes.

    Prep Ahead, Leftover Storage and Reheating Instructions for Roasted Cauliflower

    Prep Ahead

    The cauliflower can be chopped into florets and stored in an airtight container, in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days.

    Leftover Storage

    Leftovers can be transferred into an airtight container and placed in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    Reheating

    Roasted cauliflower can be reheated in the microwave, on the stove and in the oven.

    • Reheating in microwave: Transfer cauliflower to a microwave-safe plate and top with a damp paper towel or microwave plate cover, then heat on high for 1 to 2 minutes (until cauliflower is heated through).
    • Reheating in oven: Preheat oven to 350˚F. Spread leftover cauliflower onto a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until cauliflower has just heated through.
    • Reheating on stovetop: Place a pan over medium heat and add a small amount of oil and swish oil around pan so the entire surface has a very thin layer of oil. Add roasted cauliflower to pan and heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring every minute so cauliflower warms evenly.

    Seasoning Variations

    There are so many different seasoning variations for our roasted cauliflower recipe. I love flavoring the florets based on personal/guest preference as well as what other dishes I’m serving. Some of my favorite herbs, spices and seasonings to use are:

    • freshly grated Parmesan cheese
    • thyme
    • rosemary
    • oregano
    • cumin
    • cayenne pepper
    • curry powder
    • onion powder
    • lemon juice/zest
    • crushed red pepper flakes
    • smoked paprika

    What to Serve with Roasted Cauliflower?

    • Teriyaki Salmon
    • Spatchcock Chicken
    • Seared Ribeye
    • Shrimp Scampi
    • Oven Roasted Branzino
    • Roasted Chickpea Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
    • You can also put them in tacos, for a delicious vegetarian friendly taco meal!

    More Delicious Cauliflower Recipes You Will Love

    • Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
    • Cauliflower Tots
    • Buffalo Cauliflower
    • Spicy Roasted Cauliflower Over Hummus
    • Honey-Garlic Cauliflower
    • Creamy Baked Cauliflower
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    Roasted cauliflower recipe with wine on the side.

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    The easiest and tastiest Roasted Cauliflower Recipe ever, made in under 30 minutes! Our recipe produces tender bites of cauliflower that we love serving as a healthy, vegetarian side dish. It can also be served over a bowl of steamed rice, hummus, quinoa, etc with more roasted vegetable for a complete and satisfying meal!
    RECIPE BY Teri & Jenny
    Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 25 minutes mins
    Total Time: 30 minutes mins
    Servings: 6

      INGREDIENTS  

    • 2 pounds cauliflower, trimmed and cut into bite sized florets (from 1 large or 2 small heads)
    • 2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
    • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

      INSTRUCTIONS  

    • Preheat oven to 400˚F.
    • In a large bowl combine cauliflower, oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
    • Toss mixture together until florets are well and evenly coated.
    • Transfer florets onto a baking sheet in and even layer.
    • Bake cauliflower for 20 to 25 minutes or until tender and caramelized.
    • Top with lemon zest and crushed red pepper flakes, if using. Gently toss together and serve.
    Calories: 91kcal Carbohydrates: 8g Protein: 3g Fat: 6g Saturated Fat: 1g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 4g Sodium: 47mg Potassium: 460mg Fiber: 3g Sugar: 3g Vitamin A: 25IU Vitamin C: 73mg Calcium: 34mg Iron: 1mg
    CUISINE: Amercian
    KEYWORD: cauliflower recipe
    COURSE: Side Dish
    DIET : Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

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    February 15, 2022 / 1 Comment

    About Jenny Park

    Jenny Park is half of Spoon Fork Bacon. She is also a food stylist and recipe developer. One of her favorite foods is donuts. #sfbJENNY

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    1. Julie

      February 16, 2022 at 8:10 am

      I LOVE roasted cauliflower (roasted anything actually) but hadn’t ever thought of adding pepper flakes. Will definitely give that a try!

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