Description
Learn how to make irresistibly crispy roasted cauliflower with Parmesan cheese, garlic, and smoked paprika. This easy-to-follow recipe results in perfectly tender cauliflower with a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower:
- 1 large head cauliflower (cut into bite-sized florets)
Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss Cauliflower: In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil until evenly coated. Add Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, and toss again to coat.
- Roast Cauliflower: Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure the cauliflower is completely dry before seasoning.
- You can use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
