Description
Elevate weeknight dinners with these golden, crispy cauliflower florets coated in Parmesan and breadcrumbs, delivering a symphony of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if preferred)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic powder (optional)
- Parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; add garlic powder if desired.
- Combine the breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in another bowl.
- Coat the cauliflower florets in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs stick.
- Place the coated florets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced apart.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
For optimal crispiness, coat the cauliflower just before baking and avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: cauliflower, crispy, Parmesan, roasted, vegetarian, healthy side dish