Whether you serve it as a side dish or a meat-free main dish, this whole roasted cauliflower is so delicious! Seasoned with parmesan cheese, garlic and herbs, this simple recipe packs a punch of flavor.
Rinse the cauliflower head and pat dry. Remove the outer leaves. Carefully cut off the bottom so that it's flat and most of the woody stem is removed, being careful not to cut off so much that it falls apart. Be sure the head stays intact.
In a small bowl, stir together the olive oil, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan (half of the total amount), Italian herb seasonings, salt, and black pepper.
Place the trimmed cauliflower head upside down (core side up) into a cast iron skillet. Using a spoon, drizzle 1/2 of the sauce over the cauliflower. Flip over and drizzle the remaining sauce over the top. Use a pastry brush to spread the garlic parmesan mixture well.
Cover the cast iron skillet and the cauliflower with an aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven for 30 minutes, until the cauliflower is tender and pierces easily with a fork.
Remove the lid. Sprinkle the top of the cauliflower with the remaining 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese & remaining sauce. Place the cauliflower in the oven and bake for an additional 10 – 13 minutes. Finally, place under the broiler and broil for about 3 minutes, until the cheese is browned.
NOTES
Remove the leaves and trim with a knife the bottom of the stalk, but take care to keep the cauliflower whole.
Adapt the recipe to suit your tastes by using different fresh herbs and spices.
Alternatively, you could also use garlic powder.
To serve, you can cut the cauliflower into steaks, or, cut it in wedges.
You can serve with tahini sauce or drizzle it with lemon juice.
NUTRITION
Nutrition Facts
Whole Roasted Cauliflower
Amount Per Serving
Calories 228Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 14g
Cholesterol 6mg2%
Sodium 430mg18%
Potassium 461mg13%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 74IU1%
Vitamin C 70mg85%
Calcium 122mg12%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
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