If you’ve never roasted cauliflower before, this is the perfect place to start. Far from bland, this Roasted Cauliflower recipe is savory, flavorful, and healthy — making it one of the easiest side dishes you’ll want on repeat.
All you need is a head of cauliflower, olive oil, and a simple mix of spices. Toss everything together, spread it on a foil-lined baking sheet, and roast until golden and tender. While it bakes, you can prep your main dish — dinner practically makes itself.
Roasted cauliflower isn’t just a side dish. It also makes a light, guilt-free snack that’s wholesome and satisfying. No extra effort required, just pure comfort in every bite.
From our Food For Your Good test kitchen to your table, this Roasted Cauliflower recipe is sure to become one of your go-to favorites.
INGREDIENTS
1 head Cauliflower
1/4 cup Olive Oil
1 pinch of powdered: Paprika, Chili Pepper, Celery Seed, Dry Mustard
1 pinch of dried Basil, Red Pepper, Sea Salt, Ground Black Pepper
1/4 tsp. of granulated: Garlic, Onion
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven 350 F.
2. Add water to oven safe dish and place it on the top rack of your oven (a water bath adds moisture to the oven).
3. In separate mixing bowl, mix the olive oil with all spices together.
4. Mix in cut cauliflower, toss until covered.
5. Place cauliflower on a non-stick baking tray.
6. Bake it for 35-40 minutes or until done, golden and crispy.
How many does this serve?
Do I remove the dish of water once I’m ready to put the cauliflower in the oven? Or do I leave both dishes in there?
Thank you for your question, Victoria. Please keep both dishes in the oven.
wonderful recipe. Had it as a side dish last night. Both delicious and healthy. Thank you!
Norma, we’re so glad that you enjoyed it! Thank you for your review!
Hey! Quick question! How hard would it be to do this with frozen cauliflower?
Lauryn, frozen cauliflower tends to get soggy but you can give it a try.
Simple, and not to mention delicious! Thank you.
Thank you, Sofiya! 😉
It’s a great snack. I must try it.
You definitely should, Cary! It’s a guilt-free snack. 😉
Is it celery salt or seed?
Celery Seed
I’m a little confused. Do you put the cauliflower in the baking dish with the water? If so how much water and then you cover with foil. This seems to be steaming the cauliflower not roasting.
Karen, thanks for the question. We added additional instructions to the recipe’s directions. We hope you’ll enjoy it!
Could you bring this someone house and reheat
Yes, you can! 🙂