Zesty Mexican Cauliflower
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Zesty Mexican Cauliflower! Roasted to golden perfection, tender cauliflower florets are infused with a smoky blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika, then brightened with a zingy squeeze of fresh lime juice. This easy, one-pan recipe comes together in just 40 minutes and is topped with fresh cilantro and optional jalapeño slices for an extra kick. Perfect as a healthy side dish or a light main, this low-carb, gluten-free recipe is bursting with bold Mexican-inspired flavors and makes a crowd-pleasing addition to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lime
- 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1 whole jalapeño (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
Wash and dry the cauliflower. Remove the leaves and cut the head into bite-sized florets.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Spread the cauliflower florets evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the spice mixture over the florets and toss to coat them evenly.
Roast the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the florets are golden brown and slightly crispy on the edges.
While the cauliflower is roasting, finely chop the cilantro and slice the jalapeño (if using). Cut the lime into wedges.
Remove the roasted cauliflower from the oven and transfer it to a serving dish. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and garnish with chopped cilantro and jalapeño slices (optional).
Serve hot as a main course or side dish. Enjoy the zesty, bold flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.7 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2172 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.6 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2100 mg | 45% | |
*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.
