Crispy Oven-Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
Enjoy this easy and delicious Crispy Oven-Roasted Cauliflower recipe that’s perfect as a side dish or appetizer. The cauliflower comes out tender on the inside, crispy on the outside, and packed with flavor from simple seasonings.
- Author: Mia
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Oven-Roasted
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Cauliflower:
- 1 large head cauliflower (cut into florets)
Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional:
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss Cauliflower: In a bowl, toss cauliflower with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Roast Cauliflower: Spread cauliflower on the baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Optional Parmesan: If using Parmesan, sprinkle over cauliflower during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Crispy Oven-Roasted Cauliflower, Roasted Cauliflower Recipe, Cauliflower Side Dish, Vegetarian Recipe