Heart-Healthy Perfectly Roasted Cauliflower
Elevate your vegetable game with this *Heart-Healthy Perfectly Roasted Cauliflower* recipe—a delightful side dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful! This easy oven-roasting method creates tender, golden-brown florets infused with the zesty brightness of lemon juice, the savory depth of garlic powder, and the richness of extra-virgin olive oil. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a handful of wholesome ingredients, this recipe is naturally gluten-free, vegan, and packed with antioxidants, making it ideal for anyone seeking a healthier yet incredibly satisfying meal. Finished with a sprinkling of fresh parsley, this dish offers a vibrant pop of color and herbaceous flavor. Serve it as a warm, guilt-free snack or as an elegant complement to your main course for a dish that’s bound to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and even roasting.
Remove the leaves from the cauliflower and trim the stem end. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, trying to keep them roughly the same size for even cooking.
In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets with extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and salt. Toss the ingredients together until the cauliflower is evenly coated with the seasoning.
Spread the seasoned cauliflower evenly on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are in a single layer, which helps them roast evenly and develop a crisp texture.
Roast the cauliflower in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the florets are tender and have a slight golden-brown hue on the edges, stirring halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning.
Once roasted, remove the cauliflower from the oven and transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for added flavor and presentation.
Serve immediately while warm as a nutritious side dish or snack, and enjoy the heart-healthy benefits of this simple yet flavorful roasted cauliflower.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1506 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1922 mg | 41% | |
*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.
