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    Published: Jun 23, 2022 | Modified: Sep 15, 2022 by Jenny | 3 Comments

    Oven Roasted Garlic Parmesan Purple Cauliflower

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    Tender purple cauliflower roasted with garlic and parmesan in 30 minutes. This easy and delicious vegetable side dish pairs well with any meal or can be eaten as a snack.

    The Inspiration

    We went to our local Saturday farmers' market for the first time and loved all the fresh produce.

    These purple and orange cauliflowers were strikingly beautiful. How could I pass these beauties up?

    I was curious about the taste of these colored cauliflowers and also wanted to create a recipe that highlighted the sweet and nutty flavors while letting the natural colors shine.

    Why You'll Love this Recipe

    • The nutty parmesan and seasonings bring out the natural sweetness of the cauliflower.
    • It's an easy vegetable side dish that requires very little prep work and minimal ingredients.
    • The crispy bits of melted parmesan cheese add a crunch to the cauliflower.

    Ingredients

    • I used garlic powder since it's less prone to burning in the oven. You can use fresh garlic, just make sure it's a rough chop.
    • This recipe can be made with regular white cauliflower as it tastes the same.
    • The red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick to this dish, feel free to omit or substitute with cayenne powder.
    • For a vegan alternative to parmesan cheese, try nutritional yeast.

    How to Make Oven Roasted Garlic Parmesan Purple Cauliflower

    1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and place the cauliflower on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.

    1. Coat the cauliflower with oil, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Bake for 20 minutes flipping halfway through then garnish with parsley and more parmesan cheese.

    Tasty Tips

    • Cut the florets around the same size so they cook evenly.
    • Spread the cauliflower apart to prevent steaming.
    • Test for doneness by tasting or poking a floret with a fork. If it slides through easily, the cauliflower is tender.
    • Serve with all the crispy bits of parmesan on the pan. That stuff is gold!

    FAQs

    How do I store leftovers?

    Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

    How do I reheat leftover garlic parmesan purple cauliflower?

    You can reheat in the oven for 8-10 minutes at 400°F or microwave until hot.

    What are the brown spots on cauliflower?

    Try to use cauliflower fairly soon after you bring it home as the brown spots are caused by oxidation over time.

    Is purple cauliflower healthier than white cauliflower?

    Purple and orange cauliflower are higher in antioxidants than white cauliflower. The purple color is from the antioxidant anthocyanins and orange cauliflower has beta carotene and higher vitamin A content.

    Where can I buy purple cauliflower?

    I found mine at a farmers' market but some local grocery stores may carry them.

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    Oven Roasted Garlic Parmesan Purple Cauliflower on a plate.

    Oven Roasted Garlic Parmesan Purple Cauliflower

    Jenny
    Tender purple cauliflower roasted with garlic and parmesan in 30 minutes. This easy and delicious vegetable side dish pairs well with any meal or can be eaten as a snack.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 121 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 small head purple cauliflower 1 inch pieces
    • 1 small head orange cauliflower 1 inch pieces
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
    • salt and black pepper to taste
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon parsley chopped

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
    • Place the cauliflower on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
    • In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, red pepper flakes, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper and set aside.
    • Use your hands to coat the cauliflower with oil then sprinkle on the seasonings and toss to coat evenly. Spread the cauliflower apart leaving some space in between each floret.
    • Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
    • Garnish with parsley and more parmesan cheese if desired.

    Notes

    • Cut the florets around the same size so they cook evenly.
    • Spread the cauliflower apart to prevent steaming.
    • Test for doneness by tasting or poking a floret with a fork. If it slides through easily, the cauliflower is tender.
    • Serve with all the crispy bits of parmesan on the pan. That stuff is gold!

    Nutrition Estimate

    Calories: 121kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 142mgPotassium: 409mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 88IUVitamin C: 64mgCalcium: 104mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword cauliflower, side dish, vegetable
    Did you make this recipe?Tag @beyondthenoms on Instagram and hashtag #beyondthenoms so I can see your creations!

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Laura says

      June 26, 2022 at 12:24 pm

      5 stars
      Beautiful photography. Great composition!

      Reply
      • Kristin Licavoli says

        July 28, 2022 at 10:01 am

        Can you use white cauliflower instead of orange? I have purple, but my local farmer's market doesn't have orange yet.

        Reply
        • Jenny says

          July 28, 2022 at 10:29 am

          Definitely, the color in orange cauliflower is from beta carotene but it generally tastes the same as white!

          Reply

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