Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower

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Diana Rattray
Diana Rattray
Southern-cuisine expert and cookbook author Diana Rattray has created more than 5,000 recipes articles in her 20 years as a food writer.
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Updated 09/07/19
Roasted cauliflower with parmesan cheese
Diana Rattray
  • Total: 42 mins
  • Prep: 12 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
  • Yield: Serves 4
Nutritional Guidelines (per serving)
209 Calories
17g Fat
10g Carbs
7g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: Serves 4
Amount per serving
Calories 209
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17g 22%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 827mg 36%
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Protein 7g
Calcium 155mg 12%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

This Parmesan roasted cauliflower is an excellent way to enjoy fresh cauliflower. The cauliflower is tossed with a savory mixture of garlic and Parmesan cheese and then it is roasted to perfection. 

Serve this easy cauliflower as a side dish with an everyday meal or a holiday dinner.

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Ingredients

  • 1 small to medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets (about 6 cups cauliflower florets)
  • 2 teaspoons crushed garlic
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese

Steps to Make It

  1. Heat oven to 425 F (220° C/Gas 7)​.

  2. Line a large baking pan with foil; spray lightly with cooking spray.

  3. In a large bowl or food storage bag toss the cauliflower florets with the olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper, and the Parmesan cheese.

  4. Spread the cauliflower out on the prepared baking pan.

  5. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning every 10 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and lightly browned.