Description
Deliciously crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, this oven roasted cauliflower recipe is a versatile side, snack, or salad topper.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for extra flavor)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan (optional for a cheesy version)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Wash and thoroughly pat dry the cauliflower. Cut into bite-sized florets for even roasting.
- In a large bowl, toss the florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. If using parmesan, add it now.
- Spread the cauliflower evenly in a single layer on the baking sheet, leaving space so the florets can crisp.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp on the edges.
- Serve immediately as a side, snack, or salad topper.
Notes
For extra char, broil 1–2 minutes at the end, watching closely. Serve hot for the crispiest bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cauliflower, roasted cauliflower, crispy snack, healthy side dish, vegetarian recipes