Description
Roasted Garlic Cauliflower is the perfect blend of comfort and flavor, transforming humble cauliflower into a gourmet delight. With crispy edges and a creamy interior infused with sweet roasted garlic, this dish will win over even the most reluctant veggie eaters. Ideal as a side or a vegetarian main course, it promises to elevate your meals—whether for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests. Discover how simple ingredients can create an unforgettable experience that fills your kitchen with warmth and irresistible aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 4 cups florets)
- 1 whole bulb of garlic
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cut the cauliflower into uniform bite-sized florets for even cooking.
- Slice off the top of the garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap in foil.
- In a large bowl, toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional paprika until evenly coated.
- Spread the cauliflower on a parchment-lined baking sheet alongside the wrapped garlic.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Unwrap the garlic and squeeze out the cloves onto the roasted cauliflower; toss gently before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg