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Roasted Cauliflower is one of the easiest side dish recipes to make. The perk is it’s also incredibly tasty. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the cauliflower.

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Post last updated on April 4, 2018 with new images. Random ramblings remain from the original post.

Just a quick recipe before I run off to the barn. We had quite a storm today so we are running out later than normal.

I did enjoy the rain though. I laid on the couch and watched Supernatural.

Hubs came in and asked what we were having for lunch. I may have muttered “a Sam and Dean sandwich” but I’m not sure.

I was in a cute boy coma. What I utter during those moments is out of my control. It cannot be helped.

So this is a great way to spice up a Meatless Monday. You can do this with lots of recipes but today’s star is cauliflower.

I love this stuff. Let me just say when you roast it the flavour just pops off the charts. It’s almost as a good as a Dean SamWich.

You just need a few ingredients, a hot oven and a cookie sheet. Easy, peasy, supernatural squeezy!

So easy to make, so yummy to eat. There’s just something about roasted veggies that makes a gal happy. Not Sam and Dean happy but pretty darn close.

Keep it simple. Some dishes are best kept classic, letting the main ingredient take center stage. As it should be. This is definitely one of those dishes.

Is this a classic or is this a classic? I mean it’s no DeanSamWich but it’s a close second.

Now get into your kitchen and whip this up. Or lay on the couch and watch cute boys. Whatevs!

close up image of roasted cauliflower on a cookie sheet lined with parchment

Tips for roasting veggies:

  • Pick good quality vegetables. Avoid over-ripe veggies.
  • Preheat your oven so it’s wicked hot. 450 degrees F is my favourite temperature for roasting vegetables.
  • Use a good quality heavy pan. I love cookie sheets for roasting my veggies.
  • Line your pan with parchment paper or foil. Helps with clean up and caramelization.
  • Use good quality oil. Don’t skimp on oil. Olive oil works really well for roasting any vegetable.
  • Add spices! You can add everything from basil to paprika. Be creative and think about the flavour profile.
  • Toss some heads of garlic on the pan when your roast vegetables. Having roasted garlic on hand at all times is life changing!

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close up image of Roasted Cauliflower from cravingsofalunatic.com. Roasted Cauliflower is one of the easiest side dish recipes to make. The perk is it's also incredibly tasty. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the cauliflower. 
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Roasted Cauliflower
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 

Roasted Cauliflower is one of the easiest side dish recipes to make. The perk is it's also incredibly tasty. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the cauliflower. 

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 128 kcal
Author: Kim Beaulieu
Ingredients
  • 1 head cauliflower ,cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1/4 cup good quality olive oil
  • 2 tbsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp salt
US Customary - Metric
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

  2. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

  3. Cut your cauliflower into bite-size pieces.

  4. In a large bowl combine cauliflower, olive oil, dried basil and salt. Mix with a spoon until well combined.

  5. Transfer the cauliflower to the cookie sheet and spread out evenly.

  6. Place cookie sheet in your preheated oven. Cook for about 10 minutes.

  7. Remove pan and flip cauliflower over, place cookie sheet back in the oven and cook for another 8 to 10 minutes. Cauliflower is done when it's golden brown and tender. 

  8. Remove from the oven and transfer to a bowl or platter. 

  9. Serve with a big old healthy smile!
Recipe Notes

You can add pepper if you like. I am not a fan of pepper so you don't see it much on the blog.

 

Nutritional information is a rough estimate. Results can vary depending on ingredients and products. 

 

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Nutrition Facts
Roasted Cauliflower
Amount Per Serving
Calories 128 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 590mg26%
Potassium 107mg3%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Vitamin C 12.9mg16%
Calcium 29mg3%
Iron 1.1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

    • Kim Bee says

      It’s so good. Almost like candy with the browning. I love garlic on it too. Garlic is like heaven, I put it on everything. Except chocolate. Cuz that would be wrong.

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  9. [email protected] says

    This is probably the tastiest way to prepare cauliflower in my book. In fact it is the only way I will eat it. It looks so toasty-yum! Also, I am wondering what big array of spices you have-himalayan salt??

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    • Kim Bee says

      I am totally with you on that. It is so yummy this way. I always forget how many spices I have because my spice cabinet is deep and things get lost. Himalayan salt is so good. I initially bought it due to it being pink, then I got hooked.

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    • Kim Bee says

      I’ve never tried mine with parmesan. Sounds yummy. I cracked up at your last sentence. I mean fall on the floor, wake the family kind of laugh.

      Reply

  13. Trish says


    very nice kim. nice to see a vegetable get so much of your generous attention! This is by far the best way to enjoy cauliflower – my favs anyway.

    Reply

    • Kim Bee says

      Thanks so much Trish. I love it done this way. Just something about it that makes it seem like your being bad when you’re not. Clearly I have issues.

      Reply

    • Kim Bee says

      Are there demons in it? I never noticed. I just watch for the eye candy. *wicked laugh*

      Okay that’s a lie. I love campy demony shows. I was a huge Buffy and Angel fan. Although Joss Whedon is way funnier than the people who do Supernatural. But it’s a close 2nd. I’ve not seen Eureka, keep meaning to check it out.

      It is so good. Like candy, and we all know I love me some candy. You are welcome any time my dear. Our horsey is just a wee little arabian horse but she’s so cute and just a tad feisty. Not sure where she gets that from. *snorts*

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  18. Liz says


    I finally got the hubby to eat cauliflower by roasting it…and I love the idea of using an infused oil. You are just so darn smart, my friend…yummy idea!

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    • Kim Bee says

      There`s something about roasting it that makes it taste like candy I swear. It`s just so darn good. I am in love with infused oils. I have a whole shelf filled with oils and vinegars. It`s sad really. Some I never open cuz they are weird flavours and I`m thinking wth am I going to do with this. Lol.

      And thank you. I put my thinking cap on once in awhile.

      Reply

  23. Emily @ Life on Food says

    Cauliflower is one of those things I don’t know how to make. My parents don’t like the stuff so i never had it and therefore never made it. My husband likes it though. I could surprise him with a dish of this.

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  28. Terra says

    Oh how I love Supernatural!!! Right now I am watching Alias on netflix again, gosh I loved this show when it was on! Oh and I love love roasted cauliflower, such a fun easy side dish:-) Hope you have a lovely weekend, Hugs, Terra

    Reply

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