Description
A simple yet flavorful side dish, this crispy Parmesan roasted cauliflower is perfectly seasoned with garlic, lemon, and a crunchy Parmesan coating, making it an irresistible addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil until evenly coated.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat the florets evenly with the seasoning mixture.
- Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cauliflower is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with fresh lemon juice. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately as a side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.
- Freshly grated Parmesan melts and browns better than pre-shredded varieties.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
