Description
This easy oven-roasted cauliflower recipe features cauliflower florets drizzled in olive oil and butter, seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. It’s a simple yet flavorful side dish that’s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making it the perfect addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium cauliflower, sliced into small florets or ½” thick steaks
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp ground paprika
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets or slice into ½” thick steaks, depending on your preference.
- In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower with olive oil, melted butter, garlic powder, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Ensure the cauliflower is evenly coated.
- Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cauliflower is golden brown and tender.
- Serve immediately as a side dish. Enjoy your perfectly roasted cauliflower!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the cauliflower for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- This recipe works well with cauliflower steaks or florets.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Make sure to cut the cauliflower into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American