Description
This Oven Roasted Cauliflower recipe offers a simple and delicious way to enjoy cauliflower with a crispy, golden-brown finish. Coated with olive oil, melted butter, and a blend of spices including garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, the cauliflower florets or steaks roast to perfection in the oven for a healthy, flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower
- 1 medium cauliflower (cut into small florets or ½” thick steaks)
Seasoning
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt (to taste)
- ¼ tsp ground paprika
- ¼ tsp black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Prepare Cauliflower: Slice the cauliflower into ½” thick steaks or break into bite-sized florets to ensure even cooking and a pleasing texture.
- Coat with Oil and Butter: In a mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower pieces with olive oil and melted unsalted butter until they are evenly coated, which helps in roasting and adds richness.
- Season: In a separate small bowl, combine garlic powder, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning mix evenly over the cauliflower and toss again to ensure the flavors are well distributed.
- Roast: Spread the seasoned cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the cauliflower is golden brown and crispy on the edges, stirring once halfway through for even roasting.
Notes
- Cutting the cauliflower into uniform pieces ensures even cooking.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of roasting, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Feel free to substitute the garlic powder with fresh minced garlic for a stronger garlic flavor.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
- To keep it vegan, replace butter with additional olive oil or a plant-based butter alternative.
