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Baked Cauliflower

Baked Cauliflower: The Best Crispy Snack You'll Love

Baked Cauliflower is a crispy snack that is gluten-free, low-carb, and absolutely delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizers & Side Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 130 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower

  • 1 head Cauliflower chopped into bite-sized florets
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika or smoked paprika
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese optional, or nutritional yeast

For the Dips (optional)

  • 0.5 cup Ranch Dressing
  • 0.5 cup Garlic Aioli

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Cauliflower

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Allow the oven to warm for at least 10 minutes.
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  • Chop your cauliflower into bite-sized florets and place them in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, and toss until coated.
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  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the cauliflower florets in a single layer.
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  • Roast in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through until the edges are golden and crispy.
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  • If using Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it over the cauliflower during the last 5 minutes of roasting.
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  • Remove from the oven, let cool for a minute, and serve immediately with dips.
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Notes

Feel free to customize the spices and enjoy as a healthy alternative to traditional snacks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Baked Cauliflower, Gluten-Free, Healthy Snacks, Low Carb, roasted vegetables, Vegetarian
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