Nutritious Spiced Roasted Cauliflower Recipe (100 Calories Per Serving) Vegetables Side Dishes Vegetarian Budget Recipes Gluten-free

We make roasted cauliflower quite a bit at our house, so I’m always looking for a new recipe to spice it up. This easy spiced cauliflower recipe takes only 10 minutes to prep before popping it into the oven for a warm, flavorful side dish for any weeknight dinner.

To make this easy spiced roasted cauliflower recipe you will need just a handful of simple ingredients. Here is your shopping list: fresh cauliflower, olive oil, butter, garlic powder, salt, paprika and black pepper.

To cauliflower is simply tossed with the olive oil, melted butter and spices before being baked in a hot oven until crisp-tender and browned. Not only do you get the health benefits of cauliflower in this easy roasted vegetable recipe, but your family may become fans of the cruciferous vegetable. 

Not only does this cauliflower have only 100 calories per serving, but it's high in vitamin C. Serve this baked cauliflower as a side dish with chicken, beef, lamb, pork or your favorite dinners. The cauliflower is also a great addition to a grain bowl or salad.

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Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 to 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 to 40 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower, sliced or broken into small florets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

• 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Recipe Notes

• Feel free to change up any of the seasonings to suit your tastes.

• For even more nutrition and flavor, add a few shakes of healthy turmeric or garam masala to the spices.

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.

Here's how to make it: 

1. Cut or break up the cauliflower into smaller pieces.
2. Place the cauliflower into a large bowl.
3. Add the spices to the cauliflower. Drizzle with olive oil and melted butter and toss well.
4. Place the cauliflower on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
5. Bake in a preheated 425-degree F oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
6. Serve warm and enjoy!

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