This easy Roasted Cauliflower Recipe is THE veggie you’ll want on repeat! Seasoned to perfection and perfect for meal prep, it’s one of the easiest side dishes you’ll ever make! Just 5 simple ingredients and you’re done!
Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
Have you been searching for the perfect Roasted Cauliflower Recipe to serve up with dinner? Well guess what, you just found it!
Whether you’re cooking for a family, or meal prepping for one, this savory side is the perfect way to sneak more veggies into your day!
Heather writes: "A great, healthy side! And sooooo easy"
Whether you want to roast fresh cauliflower or frozen cauliflower florets, this method works like a charm.
Just 5 ingredients and you’re done!
This easy side dish will become a fast favorite, and a must-have at your dinner parties and holiday celebrations!
I’ll even show you how to roast fresh cauliflower, or frozen cauliflower when you want to cut down on the prep time.
Be sure to try this easy Baked Cheesy Cauliflower or this Cheesy Crockpot Cauliflower, too!
So what are you waiting for? Sneaking more veggies into your day never tasted so good!
Let’s get this delicious side dish in the oven, shall we?
Here’s what you’ll need to get started on your oven roasted cauliflower…
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Roasted Cauliflower Ingredients
You’ll just need a few simple ingredients to make the BEST seasoned roasted cauliflower!
Add them to your next grocery list, so you have everything on hand!
- Fresh or Frozen Cauliflower Florets – both are equally delicious!
- Garlic Powder – to crank up the flavor
- Black Pepper – Either ground or fresh cracked will do
- Salt – I like to use Sea Salt
- Avocado Oil – to coat the cauliflower before roasting
- Optional: Grated Parmesan Cheese for cheesiness or Ground Paprika for color
Be sure to have a baking sheet and parchment paper handy too, to get the job done.
With just 5 ingredients, you know this is going to be so simple to make!
How to Roast Fresh Cauliflower
You won’t believe how easy it is to roast cauliflower at home!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Wash and dry cauliflower head, then cut into florets.
2. Preheat your oven, and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Prepare your cauliflower florets as directed.
4. Transfer cauliflower florets to baking sheet.
5. Then bake until hot, soft, and bits of crispy caramelization start to appear, and ENJOY!
See… I told you this was going to be EASY!!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How to Roast Frozen Cauliflower
Would you rather skip the chopping? I don’t blame you!
Frozen cauliflower florets roast like a charm, and can save you a lot of time in the kitchen!
I usually roast about two bags of frozen cauliflower every week!
Simply follow the instructions above, but skip the washing, drying, and cutting.
Roasted Cauliflower Tips for Success
There are a few simple things to keep in mind when roasting your vegetables.
*Make sure your oven is HOT. The key to perfectly roasted cauliflower is a hot oven, so even though it’s tempting, don’t place your cauliflower in the oven until it has been fully preheated to 450 degrees.
*Line your baking sheet with parchment paper. This will prevent your veggies from sticking to your baking sheet.
*Don’t overcrowd your baking sheet. You want to make sure there is space between florets for the hot air to circulate around each piece, so always use a large baking sheet.
*Roast on the center oven rack. For the best air flow and even cooking, I always recommend roasting your vegetables on the center oven rack.
*Sprinkle on your seasonings. Though it might seem faster to just add your seasonings to the bowl of cauliflower and stir, trust me when I say that sprinkling on your seasonings will make ALL the difference in the flavor. I’ve tried it both ways, and the flavor of sprinkling always outshines like a star!
Roasted Cauliflower Variations
Want to change things up a bit? Go for it!
Here are some of my favorite Roasted Cauliflower variations…
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower – Remove cauliflower from oven and sprinkle with 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese for the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Paprika Roasted Cauliflower – Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon Paprika if you want to add a little color.
How to Meal Prep Cauliflower
Did you know Roasted Cauliflower is the perfect veggie for your Meal Prep, too?
Whether you want to add it to your lunches, and prep ahead for your weeknight dinners, Roasted Cauliflower will be your veggie star of the week!
I actually make roasted cauliflower twice a week, and then portion it out for servings in the coming days. It’s so easy, and saves so much time!
After your cauliflower has cooled down, transfer to small dishes, cover, and store in refrigerator.
I like to store mine in 8 oz. wide mouth mason jars.
Then, I eat one a day later that day for dinner, and then the next three days.
How to Reheat Roasted Cauliflower
It’s actually so easy to reheat your veggies after roasting. Since I Meal Prep my veggies ahead of time, I am always reheating them when dinnertime rolls around!
This is one of my favorite prep-ahead veggies to get dinner on the table fast!
When you’re ready to reheat your cauliflower, here’s what you’ll do…
1. Drizzle a pan with about 1 tbsp. Avocado Oil.
2. Remove cauliflower from fridge and add to pan.
3. Heat on the stove over medium heat until hot and ready, flipping occasionally.
Talk about easy, right?
Roasted Cauliflower Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this easy Roasted Cauliflower Recipes…
One reader writes: “Cauliflower is so good roasted – naturally sweet and fabulous in any kind of bowl.”
Rebecca writes: “Such a healthy side dish! Love it!”
Tara writes: “Tasty and healthy”
Jessica writes: “Seasoned and baked to perfection!”
Kim writes: “Love it! So good!!”
Heather writes: “A great, healthy side! And sooooo easy”
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Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 – 16 oz Frozen Cauliflower Florets, (or 1 Small Head of Fresh Cauliflower – around 2 lbs)
- 1 1/2 tbsp Avocado Oil, (use 3 tbsp for Fresh Cauliflower)
- 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 1 pinch Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper, and set aside.
- If using Fresh Cauliflower, wash, rinse, and pat dry. Then cut into small florets, and discard the main stem.
- Transfer fresh or frozen Cauliflower Florets to medium mixing bowl, and drizzle with Avocado Oil. Stir well, making sure all pieces have been coated.
- Place Cauliflower Florets on parchment lined baking sheets, leaving plenty of room between each piece so air can circulate around it when roasting.
- Evenly sprinkle Garlic Powder, Salt, and Pepper over florets.
- Bake on center oven rack until done and soft, with bits of crispy caramelized char. Fresh cauliflower: Bake 15 – 25 minutes. Frozen cauliflower: Bake 25 – 35 minutes. Times will vary depending on size of florets.
Notes
- For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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We’re always trying to include more fruits and vegetables into each meal so I’m excited to try this recipe, Heidi. I never know what to do with cauliflower but I realize now you can use it in a variety of ways. Thanks for making dinner easy! Big hugs, CoCo
This recipe really does help solve to the problem, how can I use cauliflower?!
I would probably love this, especially as meal prep. I love to have ready-to-eat veg that I can grab at a moments notice. I kind of love roasted anything, but I especially love cauliflower. Thanks for the recipe!
It really is such a handy recipe. I almost always have some made ahead of time and sitting in the fridge. It’s so easy to warm up for dinner in a skillet with some avocado oil.
Looks fantastic!
I’m always on the lookout for delicious ways to prepare cauliflower.
Happy Wednesday, Heidi!
You’re welcome. Have a beautiful week Veronica!!
This Roasted Cauliflower recipe sounds fantastic! I love how simple it is, just five ingredients! It’s the perfect way to sneak in some extra veggies without any fuss.
Easy veggie sides with just a few ingredients are such a win for busy weeknights!
We’re always looking for easy, healthy side dishes, and this roasted cauliflower is perfect for busy weeknights! I love the suggestion to add a bit of Parmesan at the end. Definitely going on repeat here in our house!
Trying the parmesan cheese is a must. It makes this roasted cauliflower even better!
I would love to try this healthy recipe! So easy too. Thanks for sharing Heidi!
You’re welcome. It really is so easy to make!
I love Wagamama’s Bang Bang cauliflower so I might have to try this recipe at home, swapping out the garlic for some chilli instead – thank you, Heidi!
YUM… the chili sounds so good. If you do try it, please let me know how it turns out!
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Bonne journée
C’est délicieux!
Looks great. Always looking for yummy takes on veggies!
It really is so easy and I never get tired of it.
Love the minimal flavoring in this roasted cauliflower — simple, yet delicious, a great side to whip up for dinner or Thanksgiving!
It’s one of my favorites. I make it almost every week.