PrintCrispy Roasted Cauliflower
Achieve perfectly crispy, golden-brown roasted cauliflower with bold seasonings. This simple sheet pan side dish is easy to make and packed with flavor, ideal for weeknights or as a healthy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper for heat
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil until evenly coated.
- Add the garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toss again to ensure the cauliflower is well-seasoned.
- Spread the seasoned cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure the florets are not overcrowded for maximum crispiness.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cauliflower is tender and has crispy, golden-brown edges.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or snack.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure your cauliflower florets are dry before tossing with oil and seasonings.
- Feel free to experiment with other seasonings like curry powder, cumin, or nutritional yeast.
- This recipe is a great base for meal planning, offering a versatile low carb side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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