Ingredients
– 1 medium cauliflower, cut into small florets or 1/2 inch thick steaks
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
– 1/4 teaspoon ground paprika
– 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2-Slice the cauliflower: Slice the cauliflower into 1/2 inch thick steaks or bite-sized florets.
3-Place and coat: Place the cauliflower in the center of the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil and melted butter, then toss to coat.
4-Season the cauliflower: In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, salt, paprika, and pepper, then sprinkle the seasoning evenly over the cauliflower and toss again.
5-Bake: Spread the cauliflower evenly on the baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until tender and edges are golden brown.
6-Check doneness: Baking time varies based on the size of pieces; check for doneness by testing with a fork.
7-Optional flavor addition: Optional: For added flavor, sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese over the cauliflower during the last five minutes of cooking.
Last Step:
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🌶️ Adjust seasonings according to your taste; garlic powder and paprika enhance flavor and color.
🧈 Butter and olive oil combination helps caramelize the cauliflower for crisp-tender texture.
⚡ For air fryer, use olive oil only, air fry at 375°F for 10-15 minutes, flipping every 5 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 223mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg