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Garlic Butter Roasted Cauliflower Side

Garlic Butter Roasted Cauliflower Side That Steals the Show

This Garlic Butter Roasted Cauliflower Side transforms crunchy cauliflower into a flavorful, low-carb delight, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower firm, white heads with no brown spots
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for dairy-free version
For the Garlic Butter
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter quality like Kerrygold
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic minced; or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked, to taste
Optional Enhancements
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika for extra smoky flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh, brightens the dish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • rimmed baking sheet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for caramelization.
  2. Cut the cauliflower into evenly-sized florets.
  3. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan and add minced garlic, sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Toss cauliflower florets with the garlic butter mixture and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Arrange cauliflower on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
  6. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
  7. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dry cauliflower florets thoroughly and avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to ensure crispiness.

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