Thanksgiving Cauliflower
Thanksgiving Cauliflower is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms ordinary cauliflower into a show-stopping side for your holiday feast. Roasted to perfection with aromatic spices, this easy-to-make recipe not only adds color to your table but also delivers a delicious taste that everyone will love. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy dinner, this dish is sure to impress your guests and family alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 1.5 lbs), cut into florets
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Once done, garnish with chopped fresh parsley and drizzle lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding grated Parmesan cheese or mixing in seasonal vegetables like Brussels sprouts. - Ensure that cauliflower florets are not overcrowded on the baking sheet for optimal crispiness.