Roasted Cauliflower

Name: Roasted Cauliflower
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cauliflower — 1 large head; Cumin — ½ tsp; Olive Oil — 3 tbsp; Paprika — 1 tsp; Salt — 1 tsp

Golden, nutty roasted cauliflower with crispy edges. The best way to convert cauliflower skeptics.

vegetarian vegan gluten-free

🔥 Calories per serving: 160

🍽️ Serves: 4

⏱️ Prep: 8 min

🍳 Cook: 30 min

Ingredients

Cauliflower	1 large head
Cumin	½ tsp
Olive Oil	3 tbsp
Paprika	1 tsp
Salt	1 tsp

Instructions

Preheat oven to 450°F. High heat is essential for caramelization — lower temps will steam rather than roast.
Cut cauliflower into evenly-sized florets, roughly 1.5 inches each. Uneven pieces cook unevenly.
Dry the florets with a paper towel. Moisture is the enemy of browning.
Toss in a large bowl with olive oil, salt, paprika, and cumin until every floret is coated.
Spread on a large sheet pan in a single layer, leaving space between pieces. Crowding causes steaming.
Roast 20 minutes without touching. Then flip each floret and roast another 10–12 minutes until deeply browned on multiple sides.
The darkest, crispiest edges are the best bites.