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Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower

A comforting and nutritious side dish featuring roasted cauliflower with rich Parmesan cheese that will be the star of any dinner table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Calories: 164

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 head Cauliflower, cut into florets The star of the dish.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh garlic or onion powder also works well.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Can be swapped with shallot powder.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt or pink Himalayan salt for extra flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Nutritional yeast is a great dairy-free alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, for garnish Optional, for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Cut the cauliflower into florets and place them in a bowl.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
Cooking
  1. Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  2. Roast for about 20 minutes, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  3. Return to the oven and roast for another 10-15 minutes, until the cauliflower is tender and golden.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Can be frozen for later use.