Name: Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets; 2 cloves garlic, minced (or more, to taste for extra punch); 1 lemon, juiced; Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup (or more!) freshly grated Parmesan cheese, the finer the better

Roasted

Roasted Cauliflower with Parmesan

Aug 19, 2025
by Abner Rippin
- 4.0 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

15 mins
TOTAL TIME

25 mins
SERVING

6 People
VIEWS

6

Transform humble cauliflower into a golden-brown delight with this incredibly simple yet flavorful recipe. Roasting brings out the cauliflower's natural sweetness, perfectly complemented by the savory garlic, bright lemon, and nutty Parmesan.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets

2 cloves garlic, minced (or more, to taste for extra punch)

1 lemon, juiced

Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1/4 cup (or more!) freshly grated Parmesan cheese, the finer the better

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

8 g
Cholesterol

3 mg
Fiber

3 g
Protein

4 g
Saturated Fat

1 g
Sodium

106 mg
Sugar

2 g
Fat

6 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

5 mins

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

5 mins

In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with the minced garlic, lemon juice, and a generous drizzle of olive oil. Season liberally with salt and pepper. Ensure the cauliflower is evenly coated. (5 minutes)

03

Step

2 mins

Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even roasting. (2 minutes)

04

Step

20 mins

Roast in the preheated oven until the cauliflower is tender and beautifully golden brown, about 20-25 minutes. For even browning, flip the florets halfway through. (25 minutes)

05

Step

1 mins

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan cheese. The residual heat will melt the cheese slightly. (1 minute)

06

Step

2 mins

Serve immediately and enjoy the symphony of flavors!

For extra crispy cauliflower, try broiling for the last 2-3 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
A sprinkle of red pepper flakes adds a delightful touch of heat.
Feel free to experiment with other cheeses! Pecorino Romano or Asiago would also be delicious.
For a deeper flavor, try roasting the garlic cloves whole alongside the cauliflower. Once roasted, mash the garlic and mix it with the cauliflower before adding the Parmesan.

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