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Last updated on February 21, 2023. Originally posted on January 7, 2019 By Maryea / 17 Comments

Simply Roasted Cauliflower

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If you’ve never had Roasted Cauliflower, prepare to be amazed! Cauliflower never tasted SO GOOD!

Roasted Cauliflower Recipe

Heads up! This post was originally published in January 2011! Photos have been updated, but the text remains the same. My daughter Meghan was still a toddler and Luke wasn’t born yet! Make sure to scroll all the way to the bottom to see the video that goes with this post. 

I have spent the last week or so debating with myself as to whether I should post this recipe or not.   I mean, it barely even qualifies as a recipe, so I kept telling myself it wasn’t post worthy.  It’s roasted cauliflower.  No special seasonings.  Just simply roasted cauliflower.

Meghan, however, has been eating this stuff like it’s candy, or some other deliciously naughty thing a 2-year-old shouldn’t gobble up in five minutes. The BEST Roasted Cauliflower Recipe

But it’s roasted cauliflower.  Since my toddler is eating this simply roasted cauliflower and loving it, even asking for it when I’m not serving it,  I thought I had to share it with you in case you haven’t discovered the magic that happens when you roast cauliflower.

It elevates it to a whole new level, a level that makes Tim, who hates raw cauliflower and will not even look at it, want to devour it. <—-True test!

Your family just might decide roasted cauliflower is their new favorite side dish!

How to Make Delicious Roasted Cauliflower

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
  2. After you wash and cut up your cauliflower into florets, place it, in one layer, on a rimmed baking sheet.
  3.  Drizzle with olive oil (2-3 tablespoons), sea salt (about a teaspoon), and freshly ground black pepper (about 1/4 teaspoon).    Toss with your hands so the cauliflower is evenly coated with the oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring once or twice to ensure even roasting.  Watch it carefully to prevent burning.

Want to bring a different flavor profile to your roasted cauliflower? Try this Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini! It’s outstanding!

If you try this Simply Roasted Cauliflower or any of my other healthy recipes, please remember to comment and leave a star rating below! It’s so helpful for other readers to see which recipes are tried and true. I appreciate you! Share my recipes you make on Instagram and tag me and I’ll feature you!

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Roasted Cauliflower Recipe

Simply Roasted Cauliflower


  • Author: Healthy Happy Mama
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes barely enough for 2 hungry adults and 1 toddler
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Description

A simple and tasty vegetable side dish, roasted cauliflower transforms your dinner!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cauliflower, cut into small florets
  • extra virgin olive oil
  • sea salt
  • freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
  2. After you wash and cut up your cauliflower, place it, in one layer, on a cookie sheet.  Drizzle with olive oil (2-3 tablespoons), sea salt (about a teaspoon), and freshly ground black pepper (about 1/4 teaspoon).    Toss with your hands so the cauliflower is evenly coated with the oil, salt, and pepper.  Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring once or twice to ensure even roasting.  Watch it carefully to prevent burning.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 of 2 servings
  • Calories: 225
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 1284mg
  • Fat: 14.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 22.5g
  • Protein: 8.5g

Keywords: Vegetable side dish

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You should also try my Cauliflower Fried Rice!

Other Ideas for Roasted Cauliflower

-add the juice from half a lemon to brighten the flavors

-add a few cloves minced garlic

-top with Parmesan cheese for the last few minutes of roasting.

Roasted cauliflower makes a great side dish for any meal, check out my Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower Recipe ! If you’re really in a hurry, crank up the oven to 500 degrees and reduce the roasting time to about 10-15 minutes.

This past weekend Meghan was enjoying a bowl of roasted cauliflower for a snack, and she looked so funny putting one piece in her mouth quickly after the other, I grabbed the video camera.  Of course, by the time I started recording, she was almost done and the moment had passed, but I thought I would share it with you anyway.

A few things you should know before watching this video:

-Whenever I pull out the video camera, Meghan immediately wants to watch herself. That is why she yells, “See Meghan!” at the beginning.

-My husband is watching football in the background.

-I have an annoying voice.  Please ignore it.

Is there anything cuter than a toddler eating Roasted Cauliflower for a snack? I don’t think so either! Even though this video is now older (my baby girl is 14 as I’m typing this update!) I still have the same goals to get my kids to eat as many vegetables as possible. I hope I’m helping to lay the foundation for a lifetime of healthy eating.

Roasted Vegetables have been an integral part of helping them love eating vegetables. These Balsamic Roasted Vegetables are another recipe that are always a big hit.

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  1. Kacy says

    September 9, 2013 at 11:56 pm

    I just roasted cauliflower. It smelled so good cooking I could hardly wait until it was done. Once done I did not even wait for it to cool, I just started popping it in my mouth. I love Cauliflower all ways, raw & cooked, but this is amazing. OH YA I’m cookin’ this for my company this weekend. I love this website. Thank you so much for all the wonderful recipes, the time it takes to write your blog, especially caring what your kiddos eat, and feeding your darlings such colorful, healthy food. I just can’t say enough about this Cauliflower except don’t ever hold back a recipe just because it is easy!!!

    Reply
  2. Erica says

    June 10, 2012 at 1:17 pm

    SUCH a cute video!! Thanks for posting it and the recipe. I’m going to go preheat the oven NOW. 🙂

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      June 11, 2012 at 7:25 am

      Thank you. 🙂 Everyone I know who’s tried these said they turned into a staple in their home. I hope you like it, too!

      Reply
  3. Jessica says

    December 14, 2011 at 12:54 am

    She’s so cute!! I love kids at that age, when pretty much no one but their parents can understand what the heck they’re saying.lol
    And the cauliflower looks good! I’m not much of a fan of the steamed kind but I’ll have to try this.

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      December 14, 2011 at 4:41 pm

      Roasted cauliflower is a million times better than steamed! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Deanna says

    July 9, 2011 at 2:32 pm

    I never like cauliflower, but this is fantastic and soooo easy. I cut down on the salt though, for my personal taste preference.

    Your voice is not annoying!!!!! Not at all.

    Reply
  5. Candy says

    January 22, 2011 at 7:06 pm

    Oh my goodness, that video is the best. Meghan is a cutie for sure! I loved hearing her say cauliflower! I love even more that she eats it so well! Nice job, Mama!

    Reply
  6. foodies at home says

    January 20, 2011 at 12:22 am

    Hey if your kids dig it…share the wealth! haha…I loved broccoli when I was a kid.

    Reply
  7. Lee says

    January 19, 2011 at 11:02 pm

    I love roasted cauliflower. And Meghan is really cute.

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      January 20, 2011 at 8:09 am

      Thank you! We like her. 🙂

      Reply
  8. Lisa says

    January 19, 2011 at 5:53 pm

    Maryea, We have roasted cauliflower at least once a week. My husband just told me last night that he cannot believe that I got him to eat cauliflower. The boys absolutely devour it and one head of cauliflower (which is all I made last night) is starting to not be enough for all of us because we all love it so much. You should try roasting two heads of cauliflower and then use the leftovers for roasted cauliflower soup. Heaven! We loved the soup as much, if not more, than the roasted cauliflower. Your daughter is too cute!

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      January 19, 2011 at 9:18 pm

      It’s magic, isn’t it?! I love the idea of making extra for soup–thank you!

      Reply
    • Karen Dee Nalley says

      November 25, 2014 at 3:32 pm

      Would love to have the cauliflower soup recipe!

      Reply
  9. Stephanie @ Thorns Have Roses says

    January 19, 2011 at 4:38 pm

    Simply roasted veggies of any kind are my go-to sides. Cauliflower and broccoli are the fams favorites. Meghan is so cute! 🙂

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      January 20, 2011 at 8:10 am

      Thank you! Aren’t roasted vegetables the best?

      Reply
  10. Jane says

    January 19, 2011 at 4:29 pm

    I’m glad you did decide to post it. I’ve never had roasted cauliflower before. This looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      January 20, 2011 at 8:10 am

      You have to try it! You’ll love it.

      Reply

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