Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon and Herbs
Make the BEST lemon and herb roasted cauliflower – tender-crisp, lightly charred, caramelized, and coated in a bright, flavorful marinade to elevate any meal. Plus, it's ready in under 30 minutes!
Servings: 2 to 4
Calories: 406kcal
Ingredients
- 1 (2-pounds) large head of cauliflower
- 2 lemons divided
- ¼ cup of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- ½ teaspoon of black pepper
- ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup of parsley chopped
- ¼ cup of green onions sliced
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Set aside.
- Slice the cauliflower head in large 2-inch filets. Be careful so they don't break. If they do, set the cauliflower florets aside.
- Place the cauliflower filets on the baking sheet. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the juice and zest of one lemon, oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, parsley, and green onions.
- Using a brush or a spoon, evenly distribute the sauce over the cauliflower. Go light to make sure you have enough to coat all of the cauliflower. If you have any sauce left, spread it evenly all over the cauliflower until there is no more sauce left. Set aside to marinate while the oven preheats.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Roast the cauliflower for 15 minutes or until the desired doneness is achieved. You could broil it for 2 to 3 minutes if you’d prefer a charred flavor.
- Remove from the oven and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Use even-sized pieces: That way, they’ll roast evenly.
- Don’t overcrowd the tray: Otherwise, the cauliflower with steam, not caramelize, in the oven. Use two baking sheets if necessary.
- For quick cleanup: Optionally line the baking sheet with foil.
- For more tender cauliflower: Cover the baking sheet with foil for 10 minutes, then remove and roast for 10-15 minutes for charred edges.
Nutrition
Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Sodium: 1310mg | Potassium: 1643mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 791IU | Vitamin C: 288mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 4mg
