Ingredients
– 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets (about 8 cups)
– 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
– 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
– 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
– 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 2 to 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
– Juice of 1/2 lemon
– 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1-Place a large rimmed baking sheet on the center oven rack and preheat the oven to 450ºF.
2-Cut the cauliflower into small florets and toss in a large bowl with the olive oil, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3-Spread the cauliflower evenly on the preheated baking sheet, ensuring it is not overcrowded.
4-Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, tossing once halfway through, until it is lightly charred and tender.
5-Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and garlic over the cauliflower, then return it to the oven for 5 minutes.
6-Squeeze the lemon juice over the cauliflower, garnish with fresh parsley, toss everything together, and serve.
Last Step:
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🔪 Cut cauliflower into evenly sized florets for even roasting.
🍳 Use plenty of olive oil to prevent drying out or burning.
🔥 Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to allow browning instead of steaming.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Vegetable
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.75 cup
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 2.5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Carbohydrates: 8.5 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g