Cauliflower with Garlic and Tomatoes
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for *Cauliflower with Garlic and Tomatoes*! This quick and healthy dish combines tender cauliflower florets, juicy cherry tomatoes, and golden sautéed garlic for an irresistible side or light main course. Infused with the warmth of red pepper flakes and finished with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice and aromatic parsley, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is bursting with color and flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for weeknight meals or as a standout dish for entertaining. Serve this dish alongside crusty bread or a hearty grain for a satisfying, plant-based option that everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 4 large garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into small florets, discarding the thick stem.
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
Add the cauliflower florets to the skillet and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Cook the cauliflower for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften and develop a golden color.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are softened and their juices coat the cauliflower.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the lemon juice over the dish.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the cauliflower and tomatoes.
Serve immediately as a side dish or pair it with crusty bread for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
635 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3300 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2773 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
