This Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower recipe using parmesan cheese, fresh garlic and seasonings, makes the perfect easy side dish for any meal!
What You’ll Need
The parmesan roasted cauliflower ingredient list, with the exception of the cauliflower perhaps, is fairly short and consists of kitchen staples. A full list of ingredients with measurements for this recipe is available in the printable recipe card below.
- Head of Cauliflower- the star of the show, this can also be modified for broccoli. I used florets only because they cook at a different speed that the stalks.
- Canola, vegetable or avocado oil
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic
- Italian seasoning
- Coarse kosher salt
- Ground black pepper
5S Philosophy 👩🏻
- Salt – I like to use coarse kosher salt to help bring out the other flavors of this parmesan roasted cauliflower recipes.
- Seasonings – Other spice blends can be used to be complement your meal. Try Thai seasoning, blackened seasoning or even dry ranch mix. Add a dash of red pepper flakes for more heat or freshly grated lemon zest for a citrus splash.
- Sauces – You can dip this cauliflower into anything from Garlic Butter Sauce to a Pesto Aioli and everything in between!
- Senses – Crispy on the outside and tender inside, garlic parmesan cauliflower fills the air with savory, roasted aromas and delivers a rich, cheesy bite with a punch of garlicky goodness.
What to Serve it With
Cauliflower florets are a great simple side dish for most meats and even pasta. I like to serve it with steak, roast chicken or fish, pork loin recipes really anything you want. The roasted florets are also phenomenal in salads either hot or room temperature.
Some of my favorite dishes include:
I’ve even made it as part of my hibachi event!
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower , florets only
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese , finely grated
- 2 large garlic cloves , finely minced or pressed
- 2 tablespoons homemade Italian seasoning
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, Parmesan, garlic and Italian seasoning.
- Add the cauliflower florets and toss to coat. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet, leaving excess oil and seasoning behind in the bowl. Discard.
- Roast for 15-18 minutes or until soft when pierced with a fork and tips are slightly crunchy. The cooking time will vary based on how large you cut your cauliflower.
- Remove and season with the salt and pepper.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings.
Nutrition
Storage & Reheating
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. I find reheating in the oven to yield the best results. Roast (from cold) at 400°F for 4-5 minutes or until hot on an oven safe baking sheet.
Place leftover cauliflower in a freezer bag or airtight container and it will stay in the freezer for up to three months.
More Easy Cauliflower Recipes
Cauliflower gets a bad rap sometimes, but I think it’s a versatile vegetable that can be turned into so many great dishes! Here are some of my favorites.
This is my FAVORITE way to eat cauliflower! Super delicious!
I really liked the seasonings on this cauliflower. I always use the regulars – salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder, but the Italian seasoning with the parmesan cheese gave it a tasty flavor!
I have an entire head of cauliflower in the fridge that I was wondering what to do with. This looks like a really great recipe. I love parmesan on vegetables! This looks amazing.
Cauliflower definitely doesn’t have a bad reputation around here – we love it! This was a delicious addition to a low-carb dinner – thanks!
This Roasted Garlic Cauliflower recipe is simple yet flavorful. It is perfect for when you want a healthy side dish. I loved the blend of garlic and cauliflower!
Great cauliflower recipe! We loved it.
The perfect side dish! Loved this fun take on cauliflower!