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Roasted Cauliflower

Roasted Cauliflower | Magnolia Days

Have you had your fill of decadent holiday foods? Me, well, at least for a little while. I adore all the special treats of the season. It is not over yet because of New Year’s. However, balance is a good thing. It is why I choose to cook healthy meals or make salads often. One part of those meals is a side dish of roasted cauliflower. It goes with anything from beef, chicken, pork, and more.

Roasted cauliflower does not last long here. It was earlier in the day when I made this last batch. I wanted to get it done and photographed while there was some good light. (Darn these getting dark early days). I set the bowl on the counter after I finished taking photos. I looked up and there was my husband eating it for a mid-afternoon snack.

Roasting brings out flavors in vegetables. It gives cauliflower a bit of a nutty taste and is completely different than prepared any other way. I am sure even folks who don’t care for cauliflower would like it roasted. Perhaps, perhaps not…at least it is worth a try.

What is your favorite vegetable to roast? Carrots, green beans, parsnips, and asparagus are also on my list. And cauliflower is at the very top of that list.

Roasted Cauliflower

A recipe for oven roasted cauliflower. A simple and delicious way to cook cauliflower. A great side dish for any meal.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 2 -4 servings
Author Renee

Ingredients

  • 1 head of cauliflower
  • Olive Oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 to 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Remove and discard the leaves and core from the cauliflower. Cut the florets into bite-sized pieces. Place the florets on a baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil. (A light drizzle). Sprinkle salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese on the florets. Toss florets and then spread them out evenly on the baking sheet. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until lightly browned and tender. Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

A recipe for oven roasted cauliflower. A simple and delicious way to cook cauliflower. A great side dish for any meal.

Recipe Rating




Jen @ Jen's Favorite Cookies

Thursday 3rd of January 2013

I seriously love roasted vegetables. This looks really fantastic! Love the parm on top!

Renee

Thursday 3rd of January 2013

Thank you Jen. I do enjoy the flavor the parm adds to the dish.

Rossella

Saturday 29th of December 2012

I re-discovered roasted cauliflower recently thanks to an Ottolenghi recipe. They're just a mum loved recipe, pretty similar to yours. I hadn't tried before to replicate them by myself.

Renee

Saturday 29th of December 2012

You should try it - it is so easy and good!

Katherine G

Friday 28th of December 2012

This sounds so delicious!! I am definitely going to have to try this

Renee

Saturday 29th of December 2012

Thanks Katherine!

Kristi Rimkus

Friday 28th of December 2012

A fellow Weight Watchers buddy turned me on to roasted cauliflower. She tossed it with Mexican season. I love the idea of Parm! Have a wonderful New Year!

Renee

Saturday 29th of December 2012

I like the idea of using Mexican seasonings to make it a bit spicy.

Holly

Thursday 27th of December 2012

Yeah- on foodgawker, what a nice photo! I just roasted cauliflower yesterday and made a nice soup for lunch today. Took photos and hope to post the easy recipe soon.

Renee

Saturday 29th of December 2012

Great idea to use the roasted cauliflower in soup. I'll make a double batch next time and give it a try.