Roasted cauliflower is a simple, tasty, and healthy side dish with a crispy outside and soft inside.
Roasted Cauliflower
Ingredients
- 1 medium cauliflower
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil (or any cooking oil)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Optional: garlic powder, paprika, chili flakes, cumin, lemon juice, parmesan
Method
- Preheat oven
- Set to 200–220°C.
- Prepare cauliflower
- Cut into bite-sized florets.
- Wash and dry well (dry = better crispiness).
- Season
- Toss florets with oil, salt, pepper, and any spices you like.
- Roast
- Spread on a baking tray in a single layer.
- Roast for 25–35 minutes, turning once halfway.
- Cook until golden and crispy on edges.
- Serve
- Optional squeeze of lemon juice or sprinkle of parmesan on top.
Tips for best results
- Don’t overcrowd the tray (causes steaming instead of roasting)
- Higher heat = better caramelization
- Dry cauliflower well before roasting
If you want, I can give you:
- spicy Indian-style roasted cauliflower
- air fryer version (faster)
- or a low-calorie meal prep bowl using it 👍
