Heart-Healthy Roasted Cauliflower with Crispy Breadcrumbs
Elevate your vegetable sides with this Heart-Healthy Roasted Cauliflower with Crispy Breadcrumbs, a nutritious dish that’s as flavorful as it is wholesome. Perfectly roasted cauliflower florets become golden and tender, seasoned with paprika, lemon juice, and a touch of olive oil for a light yet satisfying base. The real star, however, is the topping: crunchy whole-grain breadcrumbs toasted with fragrant garlic and infused with fresh parsley, thyme, and zesty lemon peel for an aromatic, textural contrast. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a show-stopping accompaniment to any main course. Bursting with fiber, healthy fats, and vibrant Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this dish is a delicious way to keep your heart and taste buds happy. Serve it to your family or guests and watch it disappear from the plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head Cauliflower
- 2.5 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Whole-grain breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Cut the cauliflower into florets. Make sure they are roughly the same size to ensure even roasting.
Place the cauliflower florets in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Toss to coat, ensuring each piece is covered.
Sprinkle the cauliflower with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and paprika. Toss again to distribute the seasoning evenly.
Spread the cauliflower florets in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Roast the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until tender and golden brown, turning halfway through.
While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the breadcrumb topping. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a medium skillet over medium heat, add the remaining 0.5 tablespoons of olive oil.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the whole-grain breadcrumbs to the skillet with the garlic and stir continuously until the breadcrumbs are lightly browned and crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon zest, fresh parsley, and fresh thyme. Mix well to combine.
Transfer the roasted cauliflower to a serving dish and drizzle with lemon juice.
Top the roasted cauliflower with the crispy breadcrumb mixture.
Serve hot and enjoy your heart-healthy roasted cauliflower with crispy breadcrumbs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
764 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2803 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 258 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2719 mg | 58% | |
*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.
