Description
A flavorful and tender whole roasted cauliflower seasoned with spices, perfect as a main or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower, leaves and stem trimmed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, turmeric, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Place the cauliflower head on the baking sheet and brush the spice mixture evenly over the entire surface.
- Cover the cauliflower with foil and roast for 40 minutes.
- Remove foil and continue roasting for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is golden brown and tender.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can add grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor before the final 20 minutes of roasting.
- Serve with a dipping sauce like tahini or yogurt-based dressing.
- Make sure to trim the stem so the cauliflower sits flat on the pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 head
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
