Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for added spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and golden.
- Sprinkle the roasted cauliflower with grated Parmesan cheese and dried parsley.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly crispy.
- Serve warm, with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan cheese.
- You can add other herbs like thyme or rosemary for different flavors.
- This dish pairs well with a variety of main courses, from meats to plant-based proteins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 11mg