Description
Irresistible cheesy garlic parmesan cauliflower delivers a flavor explosion that elevates humble vegetables into a gourmet side dish. Crispy edges, creamy centers, and bold seasonings make this recipe a guaranteed crowd-pleaser you’ll want to serve again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 head cauliflower
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (120 ml)
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (60 ml)
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and optimal roasting.
- Transform whole cauliflower into uniform bite-sized florets, ensuring consistent cooking and maximum flavor absorption.
- Gently warm olive oil in a skillet, introducing minced garlic and sautéing until aromatic and lightly golden, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Drizzle fragrant garlic-infused oil over cauliflower, meticulously coating each floret to enhance overall taste profile.
- Generously dust cauliflower with grated Parmesan, freshly chopped parsley, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper, gently tumbling to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Arrange seasoned florets in a single, uncrowded layer on prepared baking sheet, allowing proper heat circulation and potential caramelization.
- Roast in preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until cauliflower turns golden-brown, edges crisp, and Parmesan develops a delectable crusty texture.
- Remove from oven, let rest momentarily, then transfer to serving dish while maintaining optimal temperature and crunch.
Notes
- Check cauliflower size to ensure even roasting, cutting florets roughly the same dimension for consistent cooking.
- Toss ingredients gently to prevent breaking delicate cauliflower pieces while maintaining complete cheese and garlic coverage.
- Experiment with additional herbs like thyme or rosemary to enhance the flavor profile and create interesting variations.
- Use fresh Parmesan for maximum melting and crispy texture, avoiding pre-grated cheese which lacks moisture and browning potential.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2.5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg