Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly roasted cauliflower dish that's so deliciously crispy, you'll forget you're eating a vegetable! This Garlic Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower is not just a side dish - it's a game-changing recipe that will transform your perception of healthy eating. Packed with bold flavors, golden edges, and a cheesy punch, this gluten-free and primal-friendly recipe is about to become your new obsession in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). This high temperature will help achieve crispy, golden edges on the cauliflower.
- Wash the cauliflower head thoroughly under cold running water. Pat dry completely with paper towels to ensure proper roasting.
- Cut the cauliflower into uniform, bite-sized florets, making sure they are roughly the same size for even cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil and minced garlic. Whisk together to distribute the garlic evenly.
- Add cauliflower florets to the bowl and toss gently, ensuring each piece is coated with the garlic-infused olive oil.
- Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the florets, continuing to toss for even seasoning.
- Spread the cauliflower florets in a single layer on a large baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded to promote proper roasting.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through to ensure even browning.
- During the last 5 minutes of cooking, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the cauliflower.
- Remove from the oven when florets are golden brown and crispy on the edges, and the Parmesan is melted and slightly browned.
- Let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow the cheese to set and prevent burning your mouth.
- Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy immediately while hot and crispy.
Tips
- Moisture is the enemy of crispiness! Always thoroughly pat your cauliflower dry before roasting to ensure those perfect golden edges.
- Use a large baking sheet and spread florets in a single layer. Overcrowding will steam your cauliflower instead of roasting it.
- High heat is crucial - keep your oven at 425°F to achieve that beautiful caramelization.
- Don't skip turning the florets halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Fresh, high-quality Parmesan cheese makes a huge difference in flavor, so splurge on good cheese if you can.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or herbs like thyme or rosemary before roasting.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 123kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 15mg
