Description
Golden roasted cauliflower tossed with turmeric, garlic, and warm spices, creating a crispy, flavorful side dish that’s vegan, gluten-free, and perfect for weeknights or holiday meals.
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/2–1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
- 1 large head or 2 small heads cauliflower, cut into florets (about 2½ pounds)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line one or two baking sheets with aluminum foil. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, turmeric, garam masala, and salt.
- Add cauliflower florets and toss until well coated in the spice mixture.
- Spread florets in a single layer on prepared baking sheet(s).
- Roast for 10 minutes, stir, rotate pans, and roast another 10 minutes until tender, golden, and caramelized.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For spicier flavor, add cayenne pepper or red chili flakes.
- For an Indian twist, add cumin seeds or curry powder.
- Sprinkle nutritional yeast after roasting for a cheesy vegan option.
- Cut florets small for crispier results (great for kids—“popcorn cauliflower”).
- Reheat in oven or toaster oven for best texture; avoid freezing if possible.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Indian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
