Italian Style Cauliflower
Transform your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Italian Style Cauliflower recipe, a dish that turns simple cauliflower florets into a Mediterranean masterpiece. Tender cauliflower is simmered in a savory blend of diced tomatoes, garlic, and Italian seasoning, then elevated with the briny goodness of kalamata olives and capers for a bold burst of flavor. A hint of crushed red pepper flakes adds gentle heat, while a sprinkling of fresh basil and optional Parmesan cheese ensures every bite is fresh and satisfying. Perfect as a versatile side dish or a light vegetarian main course, this recipe is quick (ready in just 40 minutes!) and easy to make with pantry-friendly ingredients. Whether you're pairing it with pasta, crusty bread, or enjoying it on its own, this Italian-inspired cauliflower dish is destined to become a new favorite in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Wash the cauliflower and cut it into bite-sized florets.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.
Add the crushed red pepper flakes and stir for a few seconds.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add the cauliflower florets to the skillet and stir to coat them in the tomato mixture. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender but not mushy.
Stir in the kalamata olives and capers. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat them through.
Remove from heat and sprinkle the dish with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, if using.
Serve warm as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1154 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.7 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 5284 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.2 g | ||
| Protein | 39.1 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1087 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2761 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.
