Description
Easy Garlic Lemon Oven-Roasted Cauliflower That Bursts with Flavor
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head Cauliflower florets
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F, placing the rack in the center for even heat.
- Rinse and thoroughly dry 1 large head of cauliflower. Cut into uniform florets (about 1½-inch pieces).
- In a bowl, toss florets with 3 tablespoons olive oil, juice and zest of one lemon, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread cauliflower in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and crispy.
- Transfer roasted cauliflower to a serving dish. Sprinkle with parsley, red pepper flakes, and grated Parmesan.
Notes
- Choose fresh, firm heads of cauliflower for the best texture.
- Use extra virgin olive oil for rich flavor.
- Fresh minced garlic is essential for depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg