Easy Oven-Roasted Cauliflower
Oven-Roasted Cauliflower is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a healthy vegetable. This versatile recipe only calls for a handful of ingredients you probably already have in your pantry and turns out perfectly crispy yet super tender every time.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 91 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large cauliflower head cut into florets, about 4 cups
- 2-3 Tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 ½ - 2 tsp. seasoning mix*
- ½ tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. black pepper to taste
Mexican Taco*
- 1 ½ tsp. homemade taco seasoning mix
- Fresh cilantro finely chopped
Italian Parmesan*
- 1 ½ tsp. homemade Italian seasoning mix
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley finely chopped
- Red pepper flakes
Blackened Cajun*
- 1 ½ tsp. homemade blackened seasoning
- Fresh parsley finely chopped
Indian Curry*
- ¾ tsp. curry powder
- ½ tsp. coriander
- ¼ tsp. paprika
- Fresh cilantro finely chopped
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
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Cut cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
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Add cauliflower florets and oil to a large bowl. Toss until cauliflower is well coated.
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Sprinkle seasoning mix of choice, salt, and pepper over cauliflower. Toss to combine.
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Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Add cauliflower and spread out into a single layer.
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Bake cauliflower in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until crisp and tender.
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Sprinkle with additional fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), red pepper flakes, or serve with Parmesan cheese and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Nutritional information is calculated with taco seasoning mix.
Meal Prep and Storage
- To Prep-Ahead: You can chop the cauliflower up to 2 to 3 days ahead of time if you didn’t buy pre-chopped.
- To Store: Store leftover cauliflower in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
- To Freeze: Be sure to completely cool the veggies first. For best results, flash freeze in a single layer for a few hours, then transfer to a freezer-safe dish for up to 6 to 9 months.
- To Reheat: Return dish to a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes, or warm up in a skillet over medium-low heat.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Oven-Roasted Cauliflower
Amount Per Serving
Calories 91
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 418mg18%
Potassium 299mg9%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 173IU3%
Vitamin C 49mg59%
Calcium 22mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.