Here’s a simple, crispy roasted cauliflower recipe—golden, tender inside, and packed with flavor 🥦✨
🥦 Crispy Roasted Cauliflower
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika or chili powder (optional for spice)
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional, for extra flavor)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (parsley, cilantro, or chives)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2️⃣ Prepare Cauliflower
- Cut cauliflower into even-sized florets for uniform cooking.
- Pat dry with paper towels (removing moisture helps them crisp).
3️⃣ Season
- In a large bowl, toss cauliflower with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- If using Parmesan, add 1 tbsp to the mix now for extra crispiness.
4️⃣ Roast
- Spread florets in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
5️⃣ Serve
- Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and fresh herbs.
- Serve hot as a side dish or snack.
✨ Tips & Variations
- Extra crispy: preheat the baking sheet so cauliflower hits a hot surface immediately.
- Buffalo-style: toss roasted cauliflower in hot sauce for a spicy version.
- Asian twist: drizzle with soy sauce, sesame oil, and sprinkle sesame seeds.
- Vegan “cheesy” version: sprinkle nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
If you want, I can also give you:
- Air-fryer crispy cauliflower (super crunchy)
- Oven-baked buffalo cauliflower bites
- Parmesan garlic roasted cauliflower
- Cauliflower “wings” with dipping sauce
Do you want the oven version or air-fryer extra crispy version?
